- Warm and down-to-earth
- Practical goal focus
- Works with trauma
About Daniel
Daniel Childs is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 12 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and a wide range of other issues. He holds the NCPS credential and presents a warm, down-to-earth manner when meeting new clients.
Daniel aims to make the first meeting simple and welcoming. He focuses on building a straightforward rapport so people can talk about what matters to them. He emphasises practical conversation and clear next steps rather than jargon or long explanations.
In longer work he uses approaches that help people understand patterns in their thinking and relationships. He can use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and try new habits. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at feelings and past experiences that shape current reactions.
Daniel often offers solution-focused ways to set short-term goals and Trauma-Focused Therapy when difficult experiences need careful attention. He works collaboratively, inviting clients to shape the pace and focus of sessions according to their needs.
He supports a broad range of concerns, including parenting pressures, addictions, self-esteem, LGBT issues, sleeping and eating difficulties, ADHD, career stress, and compassion fatigue. People who value a friendly, practical conversation about thoughts and everyday habits may find his style helpful.
Daniel aims to make the first meeting simple and welcoming. He focuses on building a straightforward rapport so people can talk about what matters to them. He emphasises practical conversation and clear next steps rather than jargon or long explanations.
In longer work he uses approaches that help people understand patterns in their thinking and relationships. He can use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and try new habits. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at feelings and past experiences that shape current reactions.
Daniel often offers solution-focused ways to set short-term goals and Trauma-Focused Therapy when difficult experiences need careful attention. He works collaboratively, inviting clients to shape the pace and focus of sessions according to their needs.
He supports a broad range of concerns, including parenting pressures, addictions, self-esteem, LGBT issues, sleeping and eating difficulties, ADHD, career stress, and compassion fatigue. People who value a friendly, practical conversation about thoughts and everyday habits may find his style helpful.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
NCPS · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Client-Centred Therapy puts the person's experience at the centre of the session, with the counsellor listening carefully and following what matters most to the client. It helps when someone needs a space to sort out feelings and be heard without direction.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small changes in everyday habits. It suits issues like anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and stress where practical steps can make a difference.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and the issues at hand, and together they will choose which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can change as the work progresses.
For online sessions, please confirm the specific formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Many people find online work easier to fit into a busy week, reduces travel time, and allows shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can make it simpler to continue weekly work while travelling or during life changes, and they still allow focused conversations about thoughts and everyday habits.
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this counsellor help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, sleep and eating issues, ADHD and many related problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He aims to be welcoming and down-to-earth, focusing on practical conversation and helping clients try new thinking and everyday habits.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom supporting people across a wide range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the NCPS credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can people use his services if they live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted and sessions can be arranged to accommodate people living in other countries.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the original biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.