James Deaville

Availability:

Mondays, 11am-7.30pm, Online.

Tuesdays, 12.30pm-6pm, Online.

Wednesdays, 11am-4.30pm, Online.

Thursdays, 11am-7.30pm, Online.

Fridays, 11am-4.30pm, Online.

I’m a queer, disabled, and neurodivergent therapist. I offer a warm, steady, and real space. Somewhere you don’t have to explain or justify who you are.

You might have spent years adapting to fit in; masking, performing, or shrinking parts of yourself just to get by. From the outside, it might look like you’re coping, but inside things can feel anxious, low, burnt out, or disconnected.

I work with LGBTQ+ clients and neurodivergent adults (including ADHD and autistic clients), as well as anyone who feels drawn to this way of working. People often come to me with anxiety, depression, burnout, identity questions, relationship difficulties, or the impact of long-term masking and minority stress.

My work is trauma-informed and grounded in an understanding of how systemic pressures and internalised shame can affect mental health over time.

If something here resonates, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

You won’t need to educate me about your identity or experiences. I work with an awareness of how masking, minority stress, and internalised shame shape how you relate to yourself and others.

Many of the people I support are used to holding things together on the outside, while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of themselves underneath. This can show up as anxiety, depression, burnout, or difficulties in relationships, especially for LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients, including those who are ADHD or autistic.

Some come to therapy knowing exactly who they are but feeling exhausted by the effort it takes to exist in the world. Others are still figuring that out and want a space where they don’t have to rush to define themselves.

My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I pay attention not just to what you’re going through, but how we work together in the room. Therapy can be a space to slow things down, notice patterns, and explore your thoughts and feelings in a way that feels safe.

We go at your pace. There’s no expectation to share everything straight away, and I won’t push you in a direction you’re not ready for. Instead, I aim to offer a steady, supportive presence as we make sense of what’s going on.

Over time, this might involve reconnecting with your sense of self, building self-trust, understanding emotional patterns, or finding ways to navigate the world that feel more sustainable and aligned with who you are.

You don’t have to fit a particular label or have everything figured out to begin. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about yourself, that’s enough to start.

Alongside my private practice, I’ve worked in counselling roles with Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Staff Support, supporting people through illness, stress, and life challenges. I also bring experience from the charity sector working with LGBTQ+ communities and people living with HIV, which continues to inform my inclusive and affirming practice.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory phone call so you can get a sense of me, ask any questions, and see whether it feels like a good fit. No pressure or obligation.

If you decide to go ahead, our first full session is a chance for us to begin getting to know each other at your pace. You’re welcome to share as much or as little as feels comfortable; there’s no expectation to have everything figured out or to know exactly what to say.

We can talk about what’s brought you to therapy, what you might want from it, and anything that feels important for me to understand. I’ll also explain a bit about how I work, including confidentiality and practical details, so you feel clear and supported from the start.

Some people arrive with a lot they want to say, while others aren’t sure where to begin. Both are completely okay. We’ll take it step by step.

Availability:

Mondays, 11am-7.30pm, Online.

Tuesdays, 12.30pm-6pm, In Person or Online.

Wednesdays, 11am-4.30pm, In Person or Online.

Thursdays, 11am-7.30pm, Online.

Fridays, 11am-4.30pm, Online.

I’m a queer, disabled, and neurodivergent therapist. I offer a warm, steady, and real space. Somewhere you don’t have to explain or justify who you are.

You might have spent years adapting to fit in; masking, performing, or shrinking parts of yourself just to get by. From the outside, it might look like you’re coping, but inside things can feel anxious, low, burnt out, or disconnected.

I work with LGBTQ+ clients and neurodivergent adults (including ADHD and autistic clients), as well as anyone who feels drawn to this way of working. People often come to me with anxiety, depression, burnout, identity questions, relationship difficulties, or the impact of long-term masking and minority stress.

My work is trauma-informed and grounded in an understanding of how systemic pressures and internalised shame can affect mental health over time.

If something here resonates, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

You won’t need to educate me about your identity or experiences. I work with an awareness of how masking, minority stress, and internalised shame shape how you relate to yourself and others.

Many of the people I support are used to holding things together on the outside, while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of themselves underneath. This can show up as anxiety, depression, burnout, or difficulties in relationships, especially for LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients, including those who are ADHD or autistic.

Some come to therapy knowing exactly who they are but feeling exhausted by the effort it takes to exist in the world. Others are still figuring that out and want a space where they don’t have to rush to define themselves.

My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I pay attention not just to what you’re going through, but how we work together in the room. Therapy can be a space to slow things down, notice patterns, and explore your thoughts and feelings in a way that feels safe.

We go at your pace. There’s no expectation to share everything straight away, and I won’t push you in a direction you’re not ready for. Instead, I aim to offer a steady, supportive presence as we make sense of what’s going on.

Over time, this might involve reconnecting with your sense of self, building self-trust, understanding emotional patterns, or finding ways to navigate the world that feel more sustainable and aligned with who you are.

You don’t have to fit a particular label or have everything figured out to begin. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about yourself, that’s enough to start.

Alongside my private practice, I’ve worked in counselling roles with Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Staff Support, supporting people through illness, stress, and life challenges. I also bring experience from the charity sector working with LGBTQ+ communities and people living with HIV, which continues to inform my inclusive and affirming practice.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory phone call so you can get a sense of me, ask any questions, and see whether it feels like a good fit. No pressure or obligation.

If you decide to go ahead, our first full session is a chance for us to begin getting to know each other at your pace. You’re welcome to share as much or as little as feels comfortable; there’s no expectation to have everything figured out or to know exactly what to say.

We can talk about what’s brought you to therapy, what you might want from it, and anything that feels important for me to understand. I’ll also explain a bit about how I work, including confidentiality and practical details, so you feel clear and supported from the start.

Some people arrive with a lot they want to say, while others aren’t sure where to begin. Both are completely okay. We’ll take it step by step.

Availability:

Mondays, 11am-7.30pm, Online.

Tuesdays, 12.30pm-6pm, Online.

Wednesdays, 11am-4.30pm, Online.

Thursdays, 11am-7.30pm, Online.

Fridays, 11am-4.30pm, Online.

I’m a queer, disabled, and neurodivergent therapist. I offer a warm, steady, and real space. Somewhere you don’t have to explain or justify who you are.

You might have spent years adapting to fit in; masking, performing, or shrinking parts of yourself just to get by. From the outside, it might look like you’re coping, but inside things can feel anxious, low, burnt out, or disconnected.

I work with LGBTQ+ clients and neurodivergent adults (including ADHD and autistic clients), as well as anyone who feels drawn to this way of working. People often come to me with anxiety, depression, burnout, identity questions, relationship difficulties, or the impact of long-term masking and minority stress.

My work is trauma-informed and grounded in an understanding of how systemic pressures and internalised shame can affect mental health over time.

If something here resonates, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

You won’t need to educate me about your identity or experiences. I work with an awareness of how masking, minority stress, and internalised shame shape how you relate to yourself and others.

Many of the people I support are used to holding things together on the outside, while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of themselves underneath. This can show up as anxiety, depression, burnout, or difficulties in relationships, especially for LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients, including those who are ADHD or autistic.

Some come to therapy knowing exactly who they are but feeling exhausted by the effort it takes to exist in the world. Others are still figuring that out and want a space where they don’t have to rush to define themselves.

My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I pay attention not just to what you’re going through, but how we work together in the room. Therapy can be a space to slow things down, notice patterns, and explore your thoughts and feelings in a way that feels safe.

We go at your pace. There’s no expectation to share everything straight away, and I won’t push you in a direction you’re not ready for. Instead, I aim to offer a steady, supportive presence as we make sense of what’s going on.

Over time, this might involve reconnecting with your sense of self, building self-trust, understanding emotional patterns, or finding ways to navigate the world that feel more sustainable and aligned with who you are.

You don’t have to fit a particular label or have everything figured out to begin. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about yourself, that’s enough to start.

Alongside my private practice, I’ve worked in counselling roles with Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Staff Support, supporting people through illness, stress, and life challenges. I also bring experience from the charity sector working with LGBTQ+ communities and people living with HIV, which continues to inform my inclusive and affirming practice.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory phone call so you can get a sense of me, ask any questions, and see whether it feels like a good fit. No pressure or obligation.

If you decide to go ahead, our first full session is a chance for us to begin getting to know each other at your pace. You’re welcome to share as much or as little as feels comfortable; there’s no expectation to have everything figured out or to know exactly what to say.

We can talk about what’s brought you to therapy, what you might want from it, and anything that feels important for me to understand. I’ll also explain a bit about how I work, including confidentiality and practical details, so you feel clear and supported from the start.

Some people arrive with a lot they want to say, while others aren’t sure where to begin. Both are completely okay. We’ll take it step by step.