Hi there, I'm James Vanstone — JV Therapy.
You've arrived here for a reason.
Maybe you've been carrying something for a long time — a weight that's quietly shaped your relationships, your confidence, or your sense of self. Maybe you've tried to find answers before, or maybe this is the very first time you've allowed yourself to reach out. Either way, I want you to know something important: the fact that you're here takes real courage, and I am genuinely glad you've found your way to this page.
For years I've had the privilege of walking alongside people through some of the most difficult and transformative chapters of their lives — not just here in the UK, but with clients from every corner of the world. Men and women, from vastly different walks of life, all with one thing in common: they wanted something to change. And it did.
What I offer isn't just a space to talk. It's a space where you will be truly heard — without judgment, without agenda, and without pressure. Together, we'll work at your pace to understand what's been holding you back and to build something far more powerful in its place.
I work with people navigating:
Anxiety, stress, and overwhelm
Trauma, abuse, and victimisation
Grief and bereavement
Low self-esteem, confidence, and motivation
Attachment and relationship challenges
Couples therapy
Bullying and its lasting impact on identity
My approach is warm, direct, and deeply practical. I believe that lasting change doesn't have to be complicated — but it does have to be real. That's why I focus on building genuine connection with you quickly, and on giving you a toolkit of clear, effective strategies that you can carry with you long after our sessions end. Skills that become part of who you are. Habits of mind and heart that will serve you for the rest of your life.
Clients I've worked with — from London to Los Angeles, from Sydney to Riyadh —and throughout Europe have gone on to build richer relationships, rediscover their confidence, and step into lives they once only hoped for. That transformation is available to you too.
You deserve to feel well. Not just better — genuinely, lastingly well.
I'd love to be the one to help you get there. Please take the first step and reach out so that we can have a conversation together soon.
Professional experience
21 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Coping with grief and loss Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS22-03987
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for James Vanstone. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I have had 2 sessions with James so far and I really enjoy the conversation and the perspectives he offers.
Written on Jul 06, 2026 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
James has been a great help in understanding what I'm going through and provides relevant tools to help me manage every day. He's easy going and lets me ramble on when I need to as well as bring me back on track. Don't hesitate to choose James to help you on your journey.
Written on May 04, 2026 after therapy with James for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
My therapist creates a safe, non-judgmental space where I feel heard and understood. Our sessions have helped me gain clarity and better manage my thoughts and emotions.
Written on Apr 17, 2026 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
James is a very good listener. He has helped me more than he’ll ever know
Written on Mar 22, 2026 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
Working with James has been incredibly helpful. He is empathetic, patient, and skilled at asking the right questions to encourage insight and growth. I always felt respected and heard, and the sessions helped me better understand myself and manage challenges more effectively. I’m very grateful for the support and would highly recommend their services.
Written on Jan 09, 2026 after therapy with James for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Mr. James came to me in one of my lowest moments. I have been able to hold on and calm down a lot because of his many techniques and methods of recovery. I greatly appreciate his help.
Written on Dec 17, 2025 after therapy with James for 6 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
I like James , excited to see how this goes
Written on Nov 23, 2025 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
Good listener , recognizes challenges im facing , soft spoken, awesome to work with
Written on Jun 24, 2025 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
James great guy always so good to talk to him I m going throw really hard time in my life with James help I m getting better thanks to him
Written on Jun 11, 2025 after therapy with James for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Only had one session so far but I left my session with James feeling very uplifted and he made me very comfortable to open up and speak. I’m excited to see the journey I’m able to make with through my sessions with him.
Written on Jun 06, 2025 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He listens and understands very well. And I appreciate his Christian beliefs in the way he delivers therapy.
Written on Jun 01, 2025 after therapy with James for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
James has been incredibly empathetic and helped me feel heard, leading to significant progress in my sessions
Written on May 27, 2025 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
James is highly sensitive to detail and emotionally intelligent. Conversation with him is always pleasant and uplifting. Very helpful!
Written on May 25, 2025 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
James is a very good listener and a great encourager. He takes time to listen to anything that's going on. His practical approach combined with a Christian perspective is exactly what I was looking for. I can highly recommend him to anyone who needs a listening ear.
Written on Mar 25, 2025 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management
James has been extremely supportive and professional in our session. I feel that I have a better self awareness and mental clarity than anytime before.
Written on Feb 18, 2025 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
James is an excellent listener. With a select of resources and understanding to draw upon. Very affirming and no judgement at all. Safe to work with
Written on Feb 08, 2025 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
James is helping me a lot in my process, I didn't think I would make so much progress in such a short time.
I really recommend him and his hypnosis methods.
Written on Feb 06, 2025 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
James is open and ready to hear and support me. He's very empathetic and doesn't put pressure on me. He is able to bring me back on track when I'm sharing as I jump from one topic to another and encourages me. I really enjoy my sessions with James as he genuinely cares about my healing process.
Written on Jan 24, 2025 after therapy with James for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes
James has been an excellent support and guide.
Written on Jan 24, 2025 after therapy with James for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and anger management
James provides the perspective and support needed to work through relationship challenges. His approach is flexible and responsive to whatever is happening that week for me. I'm very grateful to have his guidance and expertise!
Written on Dec 18, 2024 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
I have been seeing James for the past few months through betterhelp, and I can honestly say it has been a life-changing experience.
From our first session, James made me feel comfortable and heard. They have a warm, empathetic approach that immediately put me at ease.
Written on Dec 09, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I like James very much. He is very professional. And takes my needs into consideration and has given me many tools. Strongly recommend
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
James has been an incredible help. He has given a lot of useful tools and collateral to deal with my anxiety and previous trauma. Through talking to him and doing the exercises he has provided, I have been able to identify pain points and work on them continuously —Which in turn has lead to significant improvements in both my personal and professional life. James is a wonderful therapist and I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to better themselves and their lives!
Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
James is great therapist and I highly recommend his expertise and listening skills.
Written on Oct 05, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
James brought new methods for helping me to begin to overcome my issues of low self worth, anxiety, and depression. Would definitely recommend him as a therapist.
Written on Oct 02, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I was a little hesitant to talk with James at first, but our first session had me reflecting, going to the root cause of my issues, and learning how to prioritize my mental health and well-being. Using biblical principles and tools to support me was very important so these sessions mean a lot and I am happy to have him as my therapist.
Written on Sep 21, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
James is a very genuine and kind soul. When I talk to him, I feel understood straight away. We only had 2 sessions together but he has been amazing. Thank you!
Written on Aug 19, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
James is awesome, very present, conscious and considerate.
Very knowledgeable and relatable. great therapist
Written on Aug 05, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coaching
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
Ive only had a few sessions with James but on our first session we talked over my fears for my driving test and did a hypnotherapy session covering the anxiety. Safe to say my anxiety was much better on the day of the test and I passed. Would recommend.
Written on Feb 28, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Professional, good at keeping time and listens patiently. Overall James is brilliant :)
Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I have only had a few sessions with James so far, but they’ve been incredible. Our first session he told me he specializes in hypnotherapy among other disciplines- I was skeptical at first but I did a session and I’ve felt the best I have in months, maybe a a few years, in regards to my anxiety. I have had some negative health anxiety, among other concerns, and he’s great at asking me questions, as well as giving advice and sending reading materials. Thank you James!
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I've done therapy before with other therapists. I would give them good reviews because they were nice not because they were good at their jobs. James is highly competent and effective at his job and also a nice person too . Highly recommended.
Written on Feb 04, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks
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