Counsellor profile
James Polledri, BACP
Counsellor - Stress and Anxiety
See online counselling options- Trauma support
- Grief and loss
- Self esteem work
About James
Counsellor James Polledri is a BACP member with 13 years of practice in the United Kingdom. He supports people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and low self-esteem. James also works with concerns linked to autism and Asperger syndrome, men's issues, and young adult challenges.
He keeps sessions straightforward and conversational. James listens to what a person brings and helps them name the problems. He pays attention to how past events affect current feelings and behaviour. The work can include looking at thoughts, emotions and patterns that keep difficulties going.
James aims to help people develop practical ways to manage symptoms and everyday situations. He may use evidence-based techniques to try to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and support recovery after trauma. Sessions can involve exploring coping strategies, building confidence, and working through grief at a steady pace.
His background is clinical counselling practice across a range of common concerns. He uses clear language and regular review so people can see what is changing. The focus is on small, workable steps as well as understanding bigger issues.
If someone is unsure what to expect, James asks about goals in the first meetings and sets straightforward aims together. To begin, the site asks users to complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange a first session via the online booking options.
Therapeutic approaches used and how online counselling works
James uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts, feelings and behaviour. Cognitive-style work helps people notice patterns of thinking that feed anxiety and low mood and then try different ways of responding. Behavioural techniques involve gradual changes in activity, tasks or exposure to reduce avoidance and rebuild confidence.He also uses trauma-informed ways of working that focus on stabilising symptoms and building coping skills before processing difficult memories. This can help people who are recovering from abuse or post-traumatic stress by pacing the work and attending to current safety and regulation.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. James will talk with each person about their goals, current difficulties and preferences. He works together with people to agree what methods to try and checks progress as therapy continues.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often offer a mix of session lengths and times to suit daily life; check the booking information for specific options.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief and low self-esteem. The profile also lists areas such as social anxiety, PTSD, and sexual assault and abuse.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a conversational, practical approach that looks at thoughts, feelings and behaviour. The aim is to set clear goals and work on small, manageable steps.
How long has he been practising?
He has 13 years of professional experience working with a range of common mental health and emotional concerns.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Confirm specific pricing during the booking process.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session through the provided booking steps.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.