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Available both in-person and online
Oxford OX2
Therapy is an opportunity to do a deep dive into the hopes, fears, frustrations and uncertainties that stand in the way of your personal contentment. Issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and self-destructive behaviour make it hard to manage your emotions at home or stress at work. Friendships and relationships suffer, Often there is an underlying trauma - a deep pain - that needs to be processed safely. Life's inevitable changes - career, money, children, ageing, health - bring their own challenges. Whatever's happening in your world, my aim as a therapist is to help you move forward.
Our relationship will be key to the process. We'll use a mixture of techniques to help you identify and untie the knots that are holding you back. Together, we will strive toward a new understanding of your authentic self and its needs. I welcome clients of all kinds but I have particular experience with men (of all ages) and young people.
I will meet you with compassion and without judgment. I will always see you as a whole person - not a syndrome. We will work collaboratively, moving gently towards acceptance, healing and greater happiness. I won't solve your problems for you, but will empower you to do so for yourself. If you want to embrace a new and more hopeful future, let's talk.
Call or David Gould now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01865 537678

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Oxford OX2

01865 537678
My website
I am currently accepting new clients and offer a free 15-minute intro call so we can find out whether we can work together.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Men's Issues and Depression 
£60 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Feel free to contact me for a free in-person video chat to see if we're a good match.
David Gould
Let's Connect 01865 537678
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Oxford OX2

01865 537678
My website
I am currently accepting new clients and offer a free 15-minute intro call so we can find out whether we can work together.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Men's Issues and Depression 
£60 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Feel free to contact me for a free in-person video chat to see if we're a good match.
David Gould

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £60

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Visa
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My fees reflect the value of an experienced, qualified practitioner while remaining accessible.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678
"
My fees reflect the value of an experienced, qualified practitioner while remaining accessible.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy David Gould
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Banbury Counselling Academy, L4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Oxford in Modern History (BA (Hons)) Bachelor of Arts with Honours / 1984
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I bring plenty of varied life experience to my role as counsellor. I work integratively, and am trained in Person-Centred, Gestalt, Solution-Focussed and Trauma-Focussed techniques. Outside of private practice, I am part of the support team counselling students at Oxford Brookes University.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678
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I bring plenty of varied life experience to my role as counsellor. I work integratively, and am trained in Person-Centred, Gestalt, Solution-Focussed and Trauma-Focussed techniques. Outside of private practice, I am part of the support team counselling students at Oxford Brookes University.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Men's Issues
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bereavement
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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I will listen, whatever you bring - stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, low self esteem ... or existential angst. There is no "one size fits all": we will work together to create meaningful change. I provide both open ended and short term (solution focused) therapy. I am a qualified Rewind Technique practitioner for trauma. Most clients report improved wellbeing within a few weeks.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678
"
I will listen, whatever you bring - stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, low self esteem ... or existential angst. There is no "one size fits all": we will work together to create meaningful change. I provide both open ended and short term (solution focused) therapy. I am a qualified Rewind Technique practitioner for trauma. Most clients report improved wellbeing within a few weeks.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Men's issues
  • Person-Centred
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I offer both long term and shorter solution-focussed therapy to suit your needs. As an integrative therapist, I will listen without judgement, enabling you to tell your story in private, without fear or shame. Working together, we will explore the context, values and behaviours that bring you to therapy. These foundations will help you to process your pain and build a happier future.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678
"
I offer both long term and shorter solution-focussed therapy to suit your needs. As an integrative therapist, I will listen without judgement, enabling you to tell your story in private, without fear or shame. Working together, we will explore the context, values and behaviours that bring you to therapy. These foundations will help you to process your pain and build a happier future.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01865 537678

Location

Primary Location

Oxford OX2

01865 537678

Nearby Areas

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I am currently accepting new clients and offer a free 15-minute intro call so we can find out whether we can work together.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 01865 537678
"
I am currently accepting new clients and offer a free 15-minute intro call so we can find out whether we can work together.
Photo of David Gould, Counsellor, MBACP
David Gould
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 01865 537678