James Hodgeon, BACP, NCPS

James Hodgeon is a Person-Centred counsellor with a humanistic approach to therapy. He focuses on how people see themselves and what they need in the here and now. James aims to help people gain practical skills to manage current problems and future challenges.

He describes the counselling space as calm and non-judgemental. Sessions are built around empathic listening and a genuine, congruent manner. This lets people feel heard as they talk about difficult experiences.

James has 18 years of experience in therapeutic work and broader background in mental health and emotional wellbeing. He has supported people through depression, anxiety, bereavement and life transitions, among other concerns. He also helps people facing issues such as addiction, isolation and midlife change.

He holds BACP and NCPS credentials. James trained at Leeds and Salford universities for his graduate and postgraduate study. He also receives monthly supervision and carries professional indemnity insurance.

Sessions are offered by telephone and video call. People who want to begin are asked to use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is arranged according to the therapist's availability.

James works from the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English. He does not take international clients at this time.

Person-Centred and Mindful approaches for online therapy

Person-Centred therapy focuses on the person's experience in the present moment. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said and helps the person uncover their own solutions. This approach suits people dealing with depression, anxiety, bereavement and life changes.

Mindfulness therapy encourages simple attention to thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations. It helps people develop calmer noticing and can be useful for stress, anxiety and coping with strong emotions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss the person's needs, goals and preferences and together they will decide what to try first. That collaborative process may lead to adapting techniques as therapy progresses.

Sessions are offered online in ways described in the biography. Please confirm the current session options before booking to make sure they fit your daily routine. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when life is busy. They can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who find telephone work less demanding on bandwidth.