Therapy with David
Welcome to David Bailie Counselling & Psychotherapy.
Many of us struggle through life, not wanting to burden others with how we're feeling. We see our problems as less important than others. We convince ourselves that other people won't understand our struggles, that we're weak if we can't handle things alone. And at the same time, we want things to change and we're tired of pretending things are ok.
Whether you're struggling to feel good enough, trying to cope with anxiety, carrying the weight of trauma, or are living with grief after the death of a loved one, you're very welcome here.
I'm David, a compassion-focused psychotherapist based in Belfast and online, and I'm glad you found me.
Change is possible
Reaching out to a professional for help and to work through the issues and challenges you're facing is brave. And it's already a step towards change.
Choosing a therapist is a big deal, and it's important that you feel confident in your choice. I can't promise I'll be able to help you because I haven't met you, but I can tell you that change is possible and that I'll meet you where you are. Together we'll make sense of what's going on for you and find the best way forward.
"The task of a lifetime is to become who you truly are."
- James Hollis
New to Therapy?
Here's how we begin
Step 1: Get in touch
Reach out via email or phone to enquire about therapy and let me know a little about what you’d like support with. I’ll respond as soon as I can to arrange an initial assessment, either in person or online.
Step 2: Initial assessment
This is our starting point where we explore what’s brought you to therapy and whether working together feels right. You’ll have space to ask questions and get a sense of how I work, at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Step 3: Therapy sessions
Therapy is a collaborative, reflective space to explore your experiences, emotions, and patterns at a pace that feels right for you. We work together to make sense of what’s happening and support meaningful change.
You don't need to have the right words or a clear plan — just a willingness to begin.
If something here resonates with you, you're very welcome to take the next step.
