I would so love to work with you and to help you make some positive lasting changes! I am licensed in the UK with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues; bereavement; stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with victimisation; bullying, and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I help my clients get great results through simplistic strategies. This begins by me building a great rapport with you fast. I will give you a set of tools you can take away with you to help you make continuous positive lifestyle changes which improve your mental; emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. I also have experience of helping couples mediate if they wish to improve their romantic/marital relationships
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #399496
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS22-03987
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James Vanstone has been so wonderful in our sessions, he really takes the time to understand my thoughts and worries and always tries to provide helpful resources to help me overcome my troubles. As a Christian myself he has also given wonderful advice through scripture and prayer.
Written on Jul 24, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I've only just started working with James, but he's already helped me greatly to become more present and enjoy the moment... something I've struggled to do due to built up anxiety and past trauma. I just came back from a holiday that felt like the first "real" holiday I've managed to have in years! Would greatly recommend James to anyone looking to make positive changes in their lives.
Written on May 21, 2024 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, and adhd
he is very understanding and offers many tactics to help with whatever you might be going through
Written on May 17, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
So far, I've had two sessions with James, but in just those two sessions, I made more progress than in the past two years. James is the guide on this journey who keeps me on track, and should I get stuck, he shows me a way, simply because he knows that there is more than just one path to the mountain top.
Written on May 09, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
James is very experienced and helpful therapist. He has a wealth of knowledge and he gives good advices on how to deal with different issues.
Written on Apr 17, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
"James has been an instrumental figure in my journey of personal growth, especially during my time studying abroad. His unique approach, which skillfully combines meditation, Christian prayer, and supportive communication skills, has significantly contributed to my well-being. I've found that these diverse methods not only complement each other but also cater to my individual needs, offering a well-rounded and effective therapy experience. James' guidance has been invaluable, and I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking a compassionate and multifaceted therapist."
Written on Mar 05, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder