Excellent therapist and when I was really down it was good having that session with John, he listened and he was patient. Really helped me getting alot of things off my chest. Highly recommend him to anyone else who is going through pain in their lives.
John Darling, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
John is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with John. View 5 reviews
- Great news, John is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
I’ve met John after switching from two other therapists on Betterhelp and he has been kind and supporting. He is easy and comfortable to talk with. He has helped me steer in the right direction towards reaching my goals.
More about John
- 17 years' experience
- Male
- BACP
Hello, my name is John. I have worked in private practice as a psychotherapist for over fifteen years with individuals and couples ranging from 16 to over 70. In that time, I have worked with a broad spectrum of people from many cultural backgrounds presenting an array of issues. Everyone is different. Over the years I have I have found that the more the client trusts in me the better the result. Therefore, I endeavour to build a strong therapeutic alliance, one where we can be honest with each other, this can take time depending on the client. I believe that the issues we have in life are formed in relationships and that it is only through relationships that they can be resolved. Unfortunately, I don’t have a magic wand.
When you first come along, we will explore your current situation and the feelings you have around it, this will inform us as to why you're here. This may take some time; however, once we've looked at patterns and behaviours and understood their origins, we can talk about options for moving forwards. Then we can work together to find a solution.
I use Transactional analysis in my work where we will look at how we communicate and interpret (analyse) both verbal and non-verbal communication (transactions). How our interpretation of how we were/are treated and spoken to in our lives has led to the difficulties we now face.
I am caring, warm hearted and will tell you the truth about what I think might be an issue and how you can take responsibility for your life.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 107541 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for John Darling
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Excellent therapist and when I was really down it was good having that session with John, he listened and he was patient. Really helped me getting alot of things off my chest. Highly recommend him to anyone else who is going through pain in their lives.
I’ve met John after switching from two other therapists on Betterhelp and he has been kind and supporting. He is easy and comfortable to talk with. He has helped me steer in the right direction towards reaching my goals.
John Darling helped me a lot with my eating disorder. The situation has improved really quickly. I strongly recommend him as a tactful and competent therapist.
John is a caring, empathetic therapist who truly listens to concerns. I appreciate his way of letting me work through past traumas and current issues do to these in a sensitive, kind manner. I do not leave sessions feeling overwhelmed and that I am gradually working on my issues
He's been proactive and helpful, highly recommend.
Frequently asked questions
Does John Darling offer telehealth visits?
Yes. John Darling works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does John Darling speak?
John Darling speaks English.
How many years of experience does John Darling have?
John Darling has 17 years of experience.
Where is John Darling licensed to practice?
John Darling is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does John Darling accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, John Darling accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does John Darling offer?
John Darling offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.
How can I communicate with John Darling?
John Darling can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with John Darling?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.