David Wakely, M.A. UKCP reg.
Counselling and psychotherapy

I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, professionally registered with the UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy). I am centrally located in Bristol near Whiteladies Road, on the borders of Clifton (BS8) and Redland (BS6). I offer a constructive, grounded approach to individuals and couples in a safe and confidential environment, with the aim of helping you to explore and gain clarity on various aspects of your life, to resolve problems which are troubling you and to find new ways forward.

I work with people on a wide range of issues. These may be very specific and definable such as problems with moods and emotions; difficulties in relationships; addictive and compulsive behaviours; choices and dilemmas; coming to terms with change or loss. (For a full list of issues that I deal with, see below.)

People also bring problems that are more difficult to define - a sense of confusion about their lives and about who they are, a lack of direction, a loss of meaning or joy in living, difficulties in relating to others, concerns about identity or sexuality.

Whatever issues you bring, my endeavour is to work with you in a way that respects who you are and your situation in life. I do not operate a "one size fits all" approach, preferring to acknowledge that everyone who comes to counselling or therapy brings with them a unique set of circumstances, background, values and beliefs. It is this unique combination that sets the framework for the work we do together.

This website is designed to give you an idea of the way I think and work as a counsellor and psychotherapist. I am always happy to answer any queries you may have about the service I offer. You can email me or call me on 078 495 19 277.

Issues that I have experience of working with include:

anxiety

depression; sadness; low mood

loss of purpose; loss of meaning; loss of pleasure

low confidence; low self-esteem; shyness; social anxiety; social phobia

issues with personal appearance; body image; body dysmorphia

anger; irritability; short temper; anger management

stress; work problems

personality disorders: avoidant; dependent; schizoid

Asperger's syndrome

addictions

loss; bereavement

difficulties in relationships; couple counselling; infidelity; affairs; open relationships; jealousy; trust issues

family issues; family relationships

sexual difficulties

sex addiction; pornography; cybersex; online sex; sexual compulsiveness

HIV/AIDS

fetishism; sadomasochism; BDSM; kink

sexuality; sexual identity; sexual orientation

issues facing lesbian, gay and bisexual people; transgender/transsexual issues; LGBT

problems of identity, direction etc.

To make an enquiry or book an appointment, feel free to email me or call me on 078 495 19 277.