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James Morrell

BACP · United Kingdom

Person-centred counsellor blending practical therapy approaches

Experience
6 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Session type
Online only

About James

James Morrell is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He has six years of clinical experience and holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and Psychotherapy. James works from a humanistic, person-centred stance and aims to make talking therapy straightforward and personal.

He focuses on listening and helping people uncover what they need. James uses a calm, non-judgemental approach and will not make diagnoses.

Background and approach

Instead he helps people name feelings, spot patterns, and decide what they want to change. James draws on several therapeutic traditions to suit different needs. He uses attachment-based ideas to look at relationship patterns, psychodynamic thinking to examine past influences, and mindfulness to help with stress and anxiety.

These tools are blended into a person-centred framework rather than used as rigid methods. People come to James for many concerns, including stress, anxiety, addiction, bereavement, relationship and intimacy issues, low self-esteem, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD and career worries. He also works with related areas such as adoption and foster care, attachment difficulties, caregiver stress and body image concerns.

James pays attention to how gender and culture affect a person’s experience of therapy. He aims to create a space where men and women can talk without judgement, and where different cultural backgrounds are respected. He invites people to talk together about what they need from counselling and how best to work towards it.

What James works with

Primary focus
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issues
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How James works

Attachment-Based Therapy

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Client-Centred Therapy

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Existential Therapy

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Mindfulness Therapy

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Psychodynamic Therapy

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Solution-Focused Therapy

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Sessions & fees

Approach-led therapy online

James uses attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns and emotional responses. This approach can help when people struggle with trust, abandonment fears, or repeating relationship problems.

He also works from a client-centred perspective, which means sessions focus on the person’s experience and priorities. The counsellor follows the client’s lead, offering support and reflection rather than directing the conversation.

Psychodynamic ideas may also be drawn on to consider how past events influence present behaviour and feelings. This can be useful for people who want to understand recurring patterns or long-standing difficulties.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals and preferences and together decide what feels most helpful. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions to each person rather than applying a single method.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people see facial expressions and non-verbal cues. Phone sessions suit those with lower bandwidth or who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging allow brief check-ins, reflective writing and flexible contact between calls. These formats make therapy easier to fit around work, family and travel while keeping the focus on the therapeutic relationship.
Session lengthTypically 50 minutes
Client agesAdults, 18 and over
FeesSubscription via BetterHelp, cancel anytime
InsuranceNot billed directly

Questions people ask

What types of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, depression, grief and self-esteem concerns. Other areas include eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, caregiver stress and career difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He follows a person-centred, humanistic style that focuses on the client’s experience. He listens without judgement and combines other approaches to suit each person.
How long has he been practising?
He has six years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy settings.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and Psychotherapy and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He practices in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be held in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats does he offer?
He works online using video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
6 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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