David Whittam

Integrative therapeutic counsellor - MBACP

How I can help you...

I am David. I am an experienced professionally trained counsellor who specialises in people’s life issues.

I am also trauma, addiction, and boarding school aware. If you are looking to explore how you are feeling, in a safe, private, and confidential environment then I am looking forward to seeing how we might work together.

Whether you’re curious about how counselling could help you, looking to book a free no obligation discussion, or to book a session, I’m here to answer your questions.

About me

I specialise in people’s life issues and initially adopt a humanistic viewpoint in which I believe that you hold within yourself the knowledge and wisdom to understand and overcome your challenges. In other situations, I can offer more direct approaches.

I am also trauma, addiction, and boarding school aware. I believe that both you and your journey are unique and that you are the best placed to explore and grow into your full potential. In our sessions I will bring the multiple theories and skills developed through my research and formal counselling training, as well as my vulnerability and a preparedness to walk alongside you in your journey of discovery.

I take the ethics of confidentiality, privacy, counselling, and your welfare as the building blocks that allow me to offer a space of trust, safety, and acceptance within which you will experience being listened to by someone trained to listen and reflect your thoughts and feelings.

As trust develops my hope is that you can take the leap of faith and experience being able to say what is on your mind, is surfacing in your emotions, or has been buried deep within.

Qualifications & professional membership

Formally trained in Counselling (CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling). 3 years of professional work experience.

A Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have previously completed 3 years supervised clinical experience with Youthline_UK, providing one to one humanistic client-centred counselling to young people and the adults who care for them.

I have previously completed 3 years supervised clinical experience with CatalystSupport, providing one to one counselling to adults experiencing, or living with, Drug or Alcohol issues. I also hold an Enhanced DBS clearance.

Testimonials

“Great listener, professional and friendly. Really great and offering different ways of looking at a situation or issue.” Written Oct 2022

“David has been amazing at unpicking my issues and helping me find ways to cope. He is professional and considerate with a fantastic, supportive manner.” Written Nov 2022

Sessions and Fees

Face to face counselling (£60)

Counselling is available in a discrete private room in Bagshot. Each session lasts approximately 50 minutes and is £60 per session. (If fees are difficult then please asks as there are some concessions for the unemployed/very low wage (up to £15 per session discount) and Key workers/NHS/Blue light (£5 per session discount)

Online counselling (£50)

With Online counselling we meet using the Zoom platform once a week. Each session lasts approximately 50 minutes and is £50 per session. (If fees are difficult then please asks as there are some concessions for the unemployed/very low wage (up to £15 per session discount) and Key workers/NHS/Blue light (£5 per session discount)

Introductory telephone call and trial session

I am looking forward to talking to you. And I also understand that you may have curiosity and questions around how counselling could help you, and maybe whether you will feel comfortable working with me. It is for these reasons that I offer:

- The option for a free phone call to explore how counselling can help you.

- The option to try a single session on the agreement that if you decide not to continue - there is no charge. If you wish to continue, your second session will be charged at twice the agreed fee.