David Baker, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

David 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 David. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Therapy with David Baker has been life changing. He has been an empathic listener who understands and takes my concerns seriously, while at the same time providing reasonable tools for me to implement in navigating my challenges. I would trust David with all of my mental health concerns.

I’ve been a patient of David’s since January 2024 and he has helped me incredibly. If it wasn’t for my weekly chats with David there is no way I’d be where I am now mentally. I am feeling like the best version of myself now and David had a big role in that. Thanks David!

More about David

12 years' experience
Male
BACP

10 Years Experience

Hello and welcome to my profile.

If you are reading this it may be that you (or someone you know) is currently experiencing some life issues that could benefit from being explored alongside a trained, caring, therapist in a confidential, safe, space.

I understand that it sometimes takes courage to seek help and that there may be certain pre-conceived ideas about therapy/counselling and what it entails. Please rest assured that most therapy clients are just ordinary people like you and me, who are struggling with everyday issues.

I believe that we all have the capacity for personal development and self-growth and that we also have the the ability to reduce emotional suffering and improve our relationships. Sometimes a non-judgemental, caring person may be necessary to help in that process.

I trained as a person-centred psychotherapist at Warwick University, but have also trained in transactional analysis and existential approaches. I am also qualified to offer online and telephone counselling.

I am a Registered Member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP).

I believe that no one therapeutic approach is suitable for all, so work in a pluralistic way, trying to work alongside my client’s, with an approach that suits them best.

I work with a range of issues, including, anxiety, depression, panic and panic attacks, addiction and compulsion, trauma, relationship issues, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, self-esteem, self-criticism, shame, grief, loss and bereavement.

It may also be that there is a major life change that you would like to work through.

I currently work in private practice in London offering both short and long term counselling/therapy to individuals and couples in a safe, confidential environment.

Due to the ongoing Covid situation, I am currently offering online and telephone counselling.

I have supported people in my private practice, I have also worked in the voluntary sector, for the one of largest UK mental health charities and also the leading bereavement counselling service.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Depression Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Body image Cancer Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Existential Therapy
Gottman Method
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

BACP · United Kingdom · 386148 · Expires June 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for David Baker

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

20 reviews

Clients mention: Great Understanding Helped Safe Helpful Recommend Calm Listens Professional The best

Kind person. Professional, listens, respects, curious, open. Its good with David, he's down to earth, he creates a safe space, there's no shame. He's open to how ever one wants to do it, but also makes suggestions. David makes one feel like there's no rush so one can think straight Kind regards Joe

David has helped me reframe my ways of thinking and has been a useful tool during a period of flux in my life. Keeping me accountable and understanding where certain thoughts and feelings are coming from.

David is always respectful and on time. He knows to ask the right questions, but also gives space when needed.

David Baker has been a source of compassion and firm guidance in moments where the sickness of my mind requires it. He has helped me get out of my head and given me tools for dealing with the parts of my mind that seem un-dealable. I am very appreciative of therapy with him and hope to continue working with him in the future.

Awesome Person very helpful.

Approachable, courteous and precise in his speech. Any new information given to him is considered thoughtfully and it never feels as though what he is saying is in any way "scripted". Obviously has quite a lot of subject matter knowledge as well as real empirical experience dealing with many areas of therapy. I would highly recommend for individual video sessions (the type of sessions I've had thus far).

David is a very capable, calming and helpful therapist. I always leave each session feeling lighter and at ease.

David is an excellent listener and knows when to offer input and advice, as well as simply being sympathetic and understanding with difficult topics. I feel so reassured speaking to my therapist.

From the first moment we chatted David had a very calm and understanding nature, and made me feel very trusting from the first session. He doesn’t interject any sort of strong opinion or influence but rather provides cues to look deeper introspectively. I very much look forward to and enjoy my sessions with David!

David is a great therapist.

David is a great listener, analyst and solution provider. I couldn't recommend him any higher. Thank you David, you make the dark days seem lighter.

David is a very good listener, he doesn't waste time and goes straight to the point while being discreet.

David is brilliant, so calm and always offers a sense of perspective. He isn’t judgemental and always creates a safe space to let you offload and figure things out yourself.

David has been a great help over the last couple of weeks, he always listens to what you have to say but can also give good feedback and knowledge about key areas. I have no doubt that David is good at what he does

David has a great way of communicating and offering great advice and a listening ear. Thanks for your help David!

He feels more like a friend and he’s extremely understanding. Makes me feel extremely comfortable and he actually cares and not judgmental at all. Extremely safe space and my private is protected. Definitely recommend him. I was nervous to talk to a male therapist but it was the best decision x

David has helped me so much with understanding my issues better and has been able to create a safe space for me to talk and heal. He asks very helpful questions and gives a great amount of support and understanding. Since my sessions with him, I feel like I’ve grown a lot and become more at peace with myself.

David is an amazing therapist who has helped me through tough times. He's professional, always on time, he's respectful and thoughtful. I've been looking forward to talking to him every week, and he's given me the tools to handle future situations with grace. Thanks so much for all your work!

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Frequently asked questions

Does David Baker offer telehealth visits?

Yes. David Baker 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 David Baker speak?

David Baker speaks English.

How many years of experience does David Baker have?

David Baker has 12 years of experience.

Where is David Baker licensed to practice?

David Baker is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does David Baker accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, David Baker 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 David Baker offer?

David Baker offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with David Baker?

David Baker 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 David Baker?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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.