James North, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

James is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars: Clients are very satisfied with James. View 22 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Excellent therapist who has a very realistic attitude and has responded and assisted me in a practical way

James is the kindest human being I have ever met. He listens so well, he gives advice that can easily be incorporated into your life and he is always there when you need him. The progress I have made since working with him is tremendous. Can definitely recommend James.

More about James

6 years' experience
Male
BACP

I am credentialed in the UK with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Self esteem Career difficulties Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Narcissism Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

BACP · United Kingdom · 401146 · Expires May 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.: Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.: There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for James North

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

22 reviews

Clients mention: Great Listens Helpful Recommend Empathetic Excellent Healing Helped Professional Understanding

Excellent therapist who has a very realistic attitude and has responded and assisted me in a practical way

James is such a sweet person, he really listens to what you are saying and you can really feel how much he wants to help you

James is a good listener and knows how to give practical tips and steps that are tailored to the session content. I really appreciate the fact that he incorporates faith into our conversations as this is a large part of my life. All in all he’s a great therapist and I would definitely recommend.

James is an incredible listener - he remembers details that I don't even remember saying. I don't feel safe with many people, but I trust James, and I really appreciate his work.

James is a truly empathetic and considerate professional. He has listened and guided me every step of the way, giving me some great tools to help me in my healing journey.

James is a phenomenal therapist. He has helped me define and work through so much pain in just a few weeks and I look forward to an ongoing journey of healing with him. I've spoken to quite a few therapists/counselors/psychiatrists over the years and I'm so grateful that I can finally say I've stopped searching.

James is very approachable and has a friendly demeanor. He appears non-judgmental and speaks frankly about what needs to be addressed. I fell comfortable talking to him.

I sincerely appreciate James' professional and personal approach. He helps me a lot, I have learned to trust people during our meetings.

James is the best! He exudes trustworthiness. I genuinely feel able to share all my thoughts and secrets with him and he won't judge me for it, which is tremendously helpful in opening up. James constantly provides ideas on how to structure my thoughts and how to tackle problems. Little things that are easily incorporated into my daily life, yet make a mountain of a difference. He also listens incredibly well and pays attention to things I randomly say, but discovers the bigger meaning and issue behind them, which I then go "ah yeah, I really do think that". And then finding ways to resolve them. He also never pushes for topics, we discuss what feels good to discuss today and take it step by step. Since talking with James, I have made leaps in my progress and am doing so much better and for the first time in many many years I am seeing a light at the end of the tunnel and I believe with James' help I can reach it. You are very lucky if you get paired with him as a therapist!

Had such a positive and reassuring experience so far!

I m happy with James who supports me well

Excellent human being that offers exceptional advice. Thank you James.

I've thoroughly enjoyed working with James. Having a space where I can talk about the issues on my mind has helped me find some clarity in how I can positively move forward. I look forward to continuing the work with James and getting myself to where I would like to be.

He is a lovely, understanding person who is very supportive, feels homely in the best way possible

James is an outstanding therapist who listens, has empathy, and helps me improve me.

James is a very good listener. It's easy to open up to him because he really never judges in a negative way. When appropriate he gives practical tips and helpful insights.

James really stimulates my thinking. He takes my issues and helps me frame them in a very helpful way.

He's a great therapist and fully understands my needs in therapy

James is extremely caring . He truly listens and takes in everything I’m saying. His empathy is deeply felt. He has very good advice about how to navigate difficult challenges. I would highly recommend him.

Great therapist, really. Good listener, great questions and suggestions. Very understanding, experienced, patient, empathetic, judgement free, reassuring… more than I could have expected

Serious, clever, fellow human.

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Frequently asked questions

Does James North offer telehealth visits?

Yes. James North works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does James North speak?

James North speaks English.

How many years of experience does James North have?

James North has 6 years of experience.

Where is James North licensed to practice?

James North is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does James North accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, James North accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does James North offer?

James North offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with James North?

James North can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with James North?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.