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Denis Bruce, BACP
United Kingdom
BACP counsellor - anxiety and trauma
See online therapy options- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and abuse)
- CBT and attachment
About Denis
Denis Bruce is a BACP counsellor with 25 years' experience based in the United Kingdom. He works with people dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, addiction, grief and problems with intimacy. He also supports those facing sleep difficulties, parenting strain, career crossroads and major life changes.
He uses practical, conversational work to spot patterns that keep problems going. Denis helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tests small changes to see what works. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the approaches he draws on, alongside attachment-based and client-centred methods.
Initial sessions focus on what is happening right now and what the person wants to change. From there he and the client plan short, clear steps to try between meetings. Sessions can be structured and goal-focused or more reflective, depending on what the client prefers.
Denis has worked with a wide range of issues over many years, including abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, chronic illness, and forgiveness work. He also addresses first responder stress, caregiver strain, body image and commitment or control issues.
Sessions are conducted in English and the practice accepts international clients. Costs vary with location and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Denis uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. CBT involves clear steps and short between-session tasks that make change measurable and concrete. Attachment-based therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns; it helps when difficulties with trust, closeness or abandonment are part of the problem. Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the person brings, giving space to reflect and decide on next steps.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Denis will discuss goals and preferences in early sessions and then suggest ways of working together. This is a collaborative process and methods can be adjusted as needs become clearer.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when that suits. It can also let people choose quieter surroundings or switch off the camera if they prefer a phone-style conversation. Registered or accredited professionals often offer flexible arrangements to match practical needs.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, career change and coping with life transitions.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, then tests practical changes through short exercises and experiments between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has 25 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns and life stages and uses several therapeutic approaches in his work.
What are his credentials and location?
He is registered with the BACP and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.