James Polledri
Supportive counsellor for stress and trauma
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About James
James Polledri is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with 13 years of professional experience. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, grief and low self-esteem. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about difficult feelings and begin to make sense of them.
James focuses on practical conversation and clear goals. He works alongside each person to understand what matters to them and what they hope to change.
Background and approach
Sessions are shaped around the individual's needs rather than a fixed programme, and he aims to keep things straightforward and relevant to everyday life. People come to James for help with recovering from traumatic events, coping with loss, improving confidence, and managing ongoing worry.
He also supports those dealing with issues such as social anxiety, problems within their family relationships, feelings of guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose. His practice includes attention to autism and Asperger syndrome and young adult issues. James describes the first step as often the hardest and encourages people to be gentle with themselves when reaching out.
He combines listening with practical discussion so clients can try different ways of coping between sessions. The overall aim is to help people feel steadier and more able to move forward. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 13
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 148849
- Languages
- English
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on James's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What James works with
Everything James lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
How James works online
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and agree together what to try first. That choice is based on the person's needs, goals and preferences, and can change as work progresses to find what helps most.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week and remove travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions without video for people who prefer not to be on camera, but confirm the exact session options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals can offer effective support through remote sessions, helping people practise skills and reflect between meetings in ways that suit their everyday life.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does James specialise in?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and self-esteem concerns, plus related areas such as social anxiety, post-traumatic stress and men's issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are conversational and practical, aimed at understanding what matters to the client and testing coping strategies that fit everyday life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working with people on a range of mental and emotional difficulties.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK meet with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients; sessions are offered to people within the United Kingdom.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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