David Mayes, BACP
BACP counsellor for addictions and relationships
- Addictions and trauma
- Relationship and intimacy
- Client-centered therapy
About David Mayes
David Mayes is a United Kingdom based talking therapies counsellor with BACP accreditation and 8 years of clinical experience. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and therapists in the UK, and David frames his work within that professional context.
He supports people with a wide range of concerns, including addictions and substance misuse - with experience addressing pornography-related issues - depression, stress and anxiety, bereavement and loss, relationship and intimacy difficulties, trauma and abuse, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. He also works with family and parenting challenges, anger and self-esteem concerns, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, avoidant and dependent personality patterns, body image, chronic illness and pain, codependency, blended family matters, and alternative sexual cultures such as BDSM and kink.
He is comfortable working with matters of sexuality and alternative lifestyles and describes his practice as kink and alternative lifestyle friendly. As a mixed-race counsellor, he brings a considered understanding of racial, cultural, and identity issues, with particular experience relating to Chinese and South East Asian backgrounds.
David has provided care in a variety of settings, including IAPT services, the NHS, and forensic environments such as prisons, and he has delivered both face-to-face and remote support. He has worked with domestic and international clients and offers therapy via online and telephone formats in addition to in-person work carried out previously.
His therapeutic style is welcoming, friendly, and approachable, grounded in a client-centered humanistic approach that emphasizes genuineness and empathy. He aims to treat each person with politeness and respect for their individuality, supporting clients to explore their concerns and work toward lasting change. He is not accepting new clients at this time.
He supports people with a wide range of concerns, including addictions and substance misuse - with experience addressing pornography-related issues - depression, stress and anxiety, bereavement and loss, relationship and intimacy difficulties, trauma and abuse, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. He also works with family and parenting challenges, anger and self-esteem concerns, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, avoidant and dependent personality patterns, body image, chronic illness and pain, codependency, blended family matters, and alternative sexual cultures such as BDSM and kink.
He is comfortable working with matters of sexuality and alternative lifestyles and describes his practice as kink and alternative lifestyle friendly. As a mixed-race counsellor, he brings a considered understanding of racial, cultural, and identity issues, with particular experience relating to Chinese and South East Asian backgrounds.
David has provided care in a variety of settings, including IAPT services, the NHS, and forensic environments such as prisons, and he has delivered both face-to-face and remote support. He has worked with domestic and international clients and offers therapy via online and telephone formats in addition to in-person work carried out previously.
His therapeutic style is welcoming, friendly, and approachable, grounded in a client-centered humanistic approach that emphasizes genuineness and empathy. He aims to treat each person with politeness and respect for their individuality, supporting clients to explore their concerns and work toward lasting change. He is not accepting new clients at this time.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does David Mayes have?
David Mayes has 8 years of experience.
Is David Mayes a licensed therapist?
Yes, he holds the BACP credential. BACP is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and therapists in the UK.
In which languages does David Mayes provide therapy?
English
Where is David Mayes located?
United Kingdom
How can I work with David Mayes as my therapist?
You can work with David Mayes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does David Mayes work with international clients?
Yes, David Mayes works with international clients.
How much does therapy with David Mayes cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Suit Your Needs?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating major life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One of the main advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect in the way that fits their routine and comfort level - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to maintain continuity of care alongside work, family, or other commitments.
Licensed professionals deliver remote therapy using established therapeutic approaches, and clients may switch therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, therapists working remotely provide accessible and effective support that adapts to modern life while addressing the concerns that brought them to therapy.