Counsellor profile
David Cervera, BACP
Counsellor - relationships and anxiety
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- CBT techniques
- Psychodynamic work
About David
Counsellor and BACP member with three years' experience, David Cervera helps people in the United Kingdom who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress and relationship difficulties. He supports people dealing with grief, trauma and parenting strains, and works with a range of concerns from self-esteem to career-related stress.
David uses a client-centred approach that puts the person's experience first. He listens and reflects back what matters most, so people can make sense of their feelings and decide on next steps. He also draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to look at how thoughts, feelings and actions interact, and on psychodynamic thinking to consider how past patterns can affect current life.
Sessions focus on practical conversation and exploration. David aims to help people notice small, manageable changes and try out different ways of coping. He pays attention to relationships and how they shape mood and choices. He also supports people who are dealing with loss, trauma and strains linked to parenting and family problems.
He follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy ethical framework, BACP. That membership is noted here as part of his professional profile. Language used in sessions is English and his practice is based in the United Kingdom.
People usually begin by describing their current difficulty and what they want to change. From there David and the client agree how to work together, using client-centred listening alongside CBT and psychodynamic ideas when helpful. Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical, focusing on what is most useful for daily life.
How therapeutic approaches shape online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting the person's experience. The counsellor offers presence and attention so people can talk through what matters most and decide on steps they want to take. It suits concerns where being heard helps clarify feelings and choices.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behaviour. It helps with anxiety, low mood and practical coping by identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small behavioural changes. Sessions can include simple exercises and homework between meetings.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. David will talk with the person about goals and preferences and agree whether client-centred listening, CBT ideas or some psychodynamic thinking is most helpful. This is a collaborative decision and can change as the work progresses.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking because the original profile does not specify them. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare and travel, and it can reduce the time spent on commutes. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require video, which can suit a short check-in or a quieter conversation. Registered or accredited professionals can discuss practical arrangements when you book.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What sorts of problems does he work with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and parenting strains, plus grief, trauma and related concerns.
What approach does he use in sessions?
He uses client-centred listening, cognitive behavioural ideas and psychodynamic thinking. The mix depends on what the person needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years' experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
In which languages are sessions available?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the original profile does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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