Counsellor in Derby
Private counselling in Derby city centre with James Harris, BSc (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapist. Integrative, practical, and adapted to what you're actually dealing with — not a template.
BACP-registered · In-person Derby · Online UK · Confidential
What counselling here looks like
One-to-one sessions in a quiet clinic on Wilson Street (DE1) or securely online. Sessions are 50 minutes, confidential, and paced to you. Where it helps, we bring in tools from EMDR, clinical hypnotherapy or NLP — always with your say-so.
What this can help with
- ✓Anxiety, stress and burnout
- ✓Low mood and depression
- ✓Trauma, PTSD and unresolved events
- ✓Relationships, boundaries and family patterns
- ✓Grief and life change
- ✓Confidence, self-worth and identity
- ✓Work, career and purpose
- ✓ADHD, autism and neurodivergence
How sessions are structured
- Step 1
Free 15-min call
A short call to hear what's going on and check we're the right fit.
- Step 2
First session
We map the pattern together and agree what you'd like to shift.
- Step 3
Ongoing counselling
Weekly or fortnightly sessions, reviewed every 4–6 weeks so you always know where the work is going.
What clients say
★★★★★"I decided to seek structured support and expertise — highly recommend James."
★★★★★"Working with James has been incredibly helpful for my anxiety. He creates a calm, supportive environment."
★★★★★"Therapy with James helped me understand myself and overcome patterns I'd struggled with for years."
Frequently asked questions
Are you a BACP-registered counsellor?+
Yes — registered with the BACP and accredited with the GHR/GHSC for the hypnotherapy work. Full details on the About page.
How much do sessions cost?+
Standard 50-minute sessions are listed on the Fees page. The 15-minute intro call is free.
Can I have counselling online?+
Yes. Online sessions are available anywhere in the UK using a secure video platform.
How do I know if I need counselling or something else?+
The 15-minute intro call is designed for exactly this. If counselling isn't the right fit, James will say so and point you to what is.
Related services
Anxiety Therapy
Practical help for chronic worry, panic and overthinking — most clients shift in 3–6 sessions.
Trauma Therapy
Paced, careful trauma support for intrusive memories, hyperarousal and avoidance.
Clinical Hypnotherapy
Integrative one-to-one hypnotherapy for anxiety, trauma, stress, habits and sleep.
Online Therapy UK
Secure online sessions anywhere in the UK — same approach, same quality.
Ready to take the first step?
Two minutes. No forms. No pressure. Just a conversation.