Justin Dowdall
Calm, practical therapy for everyday challenges
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About Justin
Justin Dowdall offers straightforward, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression or major life changes. He is named early in the process so visitors know who they would be working with. Sessions focus on the client’s immediate concerns and on building workable strategies for everyday life.
He draws on 11 years of experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Justin uses short, clear explanations and gentle questioning to help untangle difficult feelings.
Background and approach
He aims to create a calm space for people to make sense of their thoughts and emotions. Justin combines several therapy approaches to suit the person in front of him. He uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and Mindfulness to develop awareness of feelings in the moment.
Emotionally-Focused techniques help people connect with and understand their emotions, while Solution-Focused work concentrates on practical next steps. Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented. Justin works with people to set manageable goals and learn simple tools to cope better day to day.
He also supports those facing relationship or intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, career stress and longer-term mood conditions such as bipolar and depression. If someone wants to start, the process involves a short matching questionnaire and booking a session time. Justin accepts clients in the United Kingdom and also welcomes international clients who prefer to work in English.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 11
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 118921
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Justin's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Justin works with
Everything Justin lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Self-love
Approaches Justin lists
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Justin works online
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods together with the client. This collaborative process helps find what fits best for managing stress, improving relationships or coping with life transitions.
Practical benefits of online sessions include easier fitting of appointments into a busy day and reduced travel time. Online work can make shorter check-ins possible and allow sessions to happen from locations that suit daily routines. Because formats are not specified in the biography, confirm current session options before booking so you know which online or in-person choices are available.
Questions and answers
What concerns can I bring to sessions?
Typical areas include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, parenting and career concerns, plus longer-term mood conditions and ADHD-related struggles.
What is the therapy style like in sessions?
The style is collaborative and practical, using clear explanations and simple exercises. Sessions aim to set achievable goals and develop tools people can use between meetings.
How much experience does this counsellor have?
Justin has 11 years of professional experience working in independent practice and community settings.
What professional credentials and location are listed?
Justin is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with this counsellor from outside the UK?
International clients are accepted; confirm any time-zone or scheduling needs when you arrange sessions.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to begin sessions?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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