David Gould – Integrative Therapy in Oxford
Counsellor
David Gould is a Counsellor based in Oxford, United Kingdom. They offer Integrative Therapy (2 years of experience). Topics include Dealing With Anxiety, Dealing With Depression, Lack of Confidence or Assertiveness, Mood Issues, and Overcoming Low Self Esteem. Languages: English.
Integrative Therapy
2 years of experience
Discover Yourself with BACP Psychotherapist in Oxford, UK - Person-Centered & Gestalt Therapy
Video transcript
Hello, my name is David and I'm a BACP registered qualified psychotherapist based in Oxford in England. I want you to be the best possible version of yourself. Now as a first step, this often means finding out who you really are and then making peace with yourself. This process of self-awareness and self-acceptance can be difficult. But with the right guide, you can find the knowledge and the healing you need. And the right guide might just be me. I use a range of therapeutic techniques to help my clients. In particular, I use person-centered and gestalt methods, as well as solution-focused strategies for some specific issues. What I want to do is open an honest conversation with you, where you can talk about your fears, your hopes and your worries without feeling judged or people thinking you're stupid. I am here only to listen, observe and try to see things from your point of view. And I'll sometimes in this conversation offer my own reflections and perspectives in ways that will help you get the clarity and the understanding you need. This whole process starts with a free chemistry call so we can both see whether we're a good match and whether we fit well together. So perhaps you'd like to book one using the blue button and I'll see you soon.
Initially we will explore what has brought you to therapy, and then delve deeper to focus on the underlying, bigger questions. I provide both short-term focused work and longer-term explorative therapy. Most clients report improved wellbeing within a few weeks.
Bio
My aim is to help you to come to terms with the world and move towards self-acceptance, healing and happiness. We'll achieve this through open conversation in a welcoming, confidential space where you can talk with complete freedom and honesty.
Together, we'll find out what's going on beneath the surface and explore the deeper currents that bring you discomfort.
My approach is pluralistic, drawing on Gestalt, Person-Centred and Existential schools of therapy to help you untangle the emotional patterns that may be holding you back. These creative approaches will safely illuminate dark corners and give you room for discovery.
I also use Solution Focussed techniques to help you uncover your strengths and swiftly reframe the way you see things.
From our dialogue will emerge a new understanding, new perspectives and a new way forward.
Experience
I know through my own experience that life throws up many challenges. Dealing with them isn't always easy.
Together we will build a trusting relationship to explore your thoughts and emotions, bring them into the light and reveal the underlying factors that give them their power. We’ll work together in an open conversation to which you can bring your most difficult feelings and memories.
I offer a warm, welcoming and safe space in which you can be truly heard in a spirit of compassion, tolerance and curiosity.
Qualifications
Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body - Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
BA(Hons) Oxon