- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT concerns
- Confidence building
About Danny
Danny Ashen is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with a BACP credential and four years of professional experience. He supports people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship strains, self-esteem and changes in life circumstances. He aims to offer a welcoming space where clients can talk honestly about what matters to them.
Danny focuses on practical conversations that help people make sense of difficult moments. He pays attention to gender identity and autism as areas he has worked with, and he also supports people navigating separation, body image problems, and the emotional impact of prejudice. Sessions are described as non-judgemental and centred on the client’s priorities.
In sessions Danny helps people identify small steps they can try between meetings. He often emphasises clearer communication, coping strategies for anxiety, and ways to rebuild confidence after setbacks. He encourages clients to notice patterns in relationships and in their own thinking, then to test new ways of responding.
He approaches the work collaboratively, asking questions and adapting to each person’s pace. That can mean focusing on immediate practical tools one week, and on understanding deeper patterns the next. People are invited to set goals and revisit them as therapy progresses.
Danny’s practice also covers concerns such as self-harm, sexual assault and abuse, eating and food-related issues, isolation and feelings of emptiness. If you are thinking about starting, the next step is to use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule a session.
Approaches that shape online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often focus on changing unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and on building practical coping skills. Cognitive-style approaches help people spot thinking habits that fuel anxiety and low mood, then try small experiments to test different ways of thinking. This can be useful for stress, worry and low confidence.Another common approach is relational work that looks at attachment and relationship patterns. This helps people understand why they react a certain way with others, and to try clearer communication and new boundaries that feel safer and more effective.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Danny will discuss what feels most useful and adapt the way he works to the client’s goals and pace. That means agreeing together whether to focus on short-term coping strategies, relationship patterns, or a mix of both.
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to keep continuity of contact while balancing work and family commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Danny help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT matters, relationship issues, self-esteem and coping with life changes, plus a range of related concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are collaborative and conversational, with a focus on practical steps and understanding patterns in thinking and relationships.
How much professional experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can clients use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, with fees that vary by location and therapist availability.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.