Discover Your Path
Welcome to Building Confidence and Well-being Counselling-
Providing counselling in Bournemouth, Christchurch and West Moors.
We provide specialist professional support to help you overcome self-doubt,
build confidence, and navigate challenges such as relationship issues,
self-esteem, anxiety, depression and bereavement.
Are You Struggling?
Do you find yourself faking confidence, thinking you aren’t good enough, avoiding opportunities or things you previously enjoyed?
Does self-doubt stop you from taking the next step in your career, personal life or speaking up in meetings?
Do you struggle to communicate your needs in your relationships, leaving you feeling resentful or further draining your confidence?
If Low Self-Esteem or lack of confidence is stopping you from having the life you want then it’s a good time to make a change
It’s not uncommon for confidence to take a knock after a relationship breakup, redundancy, bereavement or a set-back at work and experience feelings the old confident you is lost forever.
If any of this resonates with you, it doesn’t have to stay this way. I specialise in working with people feeling isolated, helpless, stuck or uncertain about their future and I can integrate this with addressing other counselling related issues, such as anxiety or depression. I will help you break the cycle of self-doubt and move forwards.
When confidence is low, even simple decisions can feel overwhelming. Leaving us with low moods, anxiety, feelings of being stuck, stressed and frustrated. It doesn’t have to stay this way forever.
Together, we can create tailor made tools to help you get to where you want to be.
Meet James,
BCW Lead Counsellor
I'm James, a registered member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and I adhere to their professional code of ethics. I'm fully insured and have a diploma in counselling. BCW Counselling is my counselling practice and I thank you for visiting.
I offer face-to-face counselling in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and West Moors, as well as online and telephone sessions across the UK. Our exact addresses and contact details are at the bottom of the page.
I specialise in helping clients overcome self-doubt, develop lasting confidence and build resilience whilst addressing common challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and bereavement.
If you’re looking for support, I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings.
With discreet therapy rooms in bh8, bh22 & bh23 , sessions can usually be arranged within a few days. I have worked with clients from all over the BH and Hampshire areas including; Ashley Cross, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Bransgore, Broadstone, Ferndown, Lymington, New Milton, Parkstone, Poole, Ringwood, Southbourne, Verwood, West Moors, Westbourne, Winton, Wimborne
Life’s challenges can feel endless, but with the right support, you can regain control, build resilience, and move towards a more fulfilling life.
Experienced counselling Bournemouth | Christchurch | West Moors
Anxiety | Depression | Relationship Issues | Self-esteem | Bereavement
Understanding Your Experiences
We all face difficulties that can lead to choices we later question. Those experiences don’t define you, and they don’t have to shape your future.
I can help you explore your concerns, gain insight into your emotions, uncover patterns that are making you feel stuck or damaging your confidence and develop effective coping strategies that work for you. I will be with you step-by-step as we understand the root causes, reframe unhelpful beliefs and help you feel more in control of your emotions and behaviours.
I also understand that your time and money are valuable - that’s why we aim to create meaningful change within 5-6 sessions.
Our Approach
I offer a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to counselling, creating a space where you feel comfortable to open up.
Working as a humanistic integrative counsellor, we can tailor sessions to your needs, using a blend of therapeutic techniques.
I understand that seeing a counsellor can feel daunting. My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered.
I work at your pace - most of my clients experience noticeable improvements within six sessions, though everyone’s journey is unique.
Therapeutic Techniques
We tailor a variety of counselling approaches to your personal journey.
With a background in counselling and coaching, this allows us to integrate Cognitive Behavioural Coaching to help with practical coping strategies.
Sessions provide a safe space with active listening, helping you process emotions in a healthier way.
Why Seek Counselling?
Choosing to work with a qualified counsellor is an investment in your emotional and mental well-being.
It takes courage to seek help, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
If you’ve never had counselling before, you might not know what to expect. That’s okay - we can guide you through it at a pace that feels right for you.
Practical Information
We can help you with Self-esteem, Self-confidence, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Communication barriers, Bereavement, Grief, Loss, Anger Management, Loneliness, Cognitive Behaviour, Stress Management and Low mood.
Fees are £60 for individual counselling- face-to-face, online or telephone per session.