Declan Kent, BACP

Declan Kent helps people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. He focuses on practical, straightforward work that aims to reduce distress and build skills people can use day to day. Declan describes himself as a guide rather than an expert who tells you what to do.

He trained in psychology at undergraduate level and then completed a masters in counselling and psychotherapy. He also spent time volunteering as an honorary assistant psychologist in hospital settings, which shaped his interest in varied clinical approaches. He holds BACP accreditation, which is noted as his professional credential.

Declan uses an integrative approach, choosing methods that fit the person and the problem. Sessions are tailored to each individual rather than following one fixed method. He draws on well-known therapies to help with moods, difficult thoughts, and relationship stresses.

In practical terms he works on things like low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addiction-related behaviours and stress. He also supports people coping with career changes, parenting strain, identity questions and intimacy-related concerns. His additional focus areas include body image, communication problems, impulsivity and feelings of emptiness.

Sessions are offered in English and delivered online through video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging. Declan aims for clear, simple conversations that make sense when you are tired or worried. If someone wants straightforward, adaptable therapy, he sets out to find workable steps together.

Approaches online and how they help

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, encourages people to notice unhelpful thoughts and to choose actions that align with their values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and coping with life changes by helping people commit to meaningful steps despite difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting patterns in thoughts and behaviours and testing them with practical exercises. It can help reduce anxiety, manage depressive thinking and change unhelpful habits. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current connections and communication, and it can help with relationship stresses, intimacy issues and trust difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Declan will discuss options and try methods that suit the person's goals and preferences. He treats therapy as a collaborative process where the client helps decide what fits best and when to try something different.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a session needs to fit a short break. Live chat and text messaging suit quick check-ins, reflection between sessions or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact and to practise skills between meetings.