James Costigan, BACP

James Costigan is a BACP counsellor with nine years' experience supporting men through stress, anxiety, depression and addiction. He creates a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can slow down and begin to understand what is getting in the way of a steadier life. James draws on his corporate background when people bring work pressures or performance expectations into sessions.

His style is straightforward and steady. He helps people build self-awareness, name emotions, and try out new habits. Sessions move at a pace that feels right for each person, with practical steps to make daily life easier.

James often works with men facing relationship problems, intimacy-related issues, low self-esteem, and struggles with substance or behavioural addictions, including porn. He also supports people with career questions, ADHD, and coping with major life changes. Many clients come because they feel stuck, empty, or overwhelmed by expectations.

Therapy combines listening with practical tools. James uses client-centred conversations alongside cognitive behavioural ideas and mindfulness techniques to help change unhelpful thoughts and routines. The aim is clearer thinking and more dependable everyday habits.

He accepts clients in the United Kingdom and works with international clients in English. Before booking, people should confirm the current session options. To begin, follow the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule sessions according to availability.

Approaches used and how online work can help

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and supporting people to find their own answers. The counsellor offers empathy and reflection so someone can feel heard and clearer about their next steps. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful thinking and daily routines. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and build steadier responses to stress and strong emotions.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work together. The therapist will help you choose which approaches suit your needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can change as you make progress.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer to focus on audio rather than video or who need to schedule sessions around work or caregiving commitments. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt tools like CBT exercises and mindfulness practices to an online setting so you can continue building clearer thoughts and everyday habits.