Daniel Bains
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About me
Specialisms: Anxiety, Depression, Childhood Trauma, Identity & Self-Esteem.
Many of us learn to cope by putting others first, keeping it all together, or hiding how we really feel.
Over time, that can lead to anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or a sense of disconnection- wondering who we are beneath all the roles we’ve had to play.
You might be feeling stuck in patterns that once helped you survive- like people-pleasing, overthinking, or disconnecting from your needs, but now leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or alone.
Therapy with me offers a space to pause, breathe, and gently explore what’s been weighing on you.
You don’t need to have it all figured out. There’s no pressure here- just care, curiosity, and connection.
Together, we might sit with questions like:
- Who am I when I’m not managing everyone else’s expectations?
- How do I speak up for myself without guilt?
- How did I learn to hide- and how might I begin to come home to myself?
As a relational, integrative therapist, I tailor the work to you. I draw from Gestalt, Person-Centred therapy, CBT, and somatic practices- blending emotional depth with practical support. I’m also trauma-informed, with a growing focus on nervous system regulation and how our bodies carry what words often can’t express.
What matters most is the relationship we build together.
Because real healing doesn’t happen through insight alone- it happens in connection.
When you feel safe enough to be seen, heard, and slowly come back to your authentic self.
Whether you're navigating identity, anxiety, grief, trauma, or simply a quiet sense that something in your life no longer fits-
I’m here to walk alongside you, as we make sense of it together, and move toward something more authentic, grounded, and true.
Next Steps:
If this resonates, you’re welcome to visit my website www.realtalksupport.com to learn more, or send me an email to arrange a free introductory call.
If you'd prefer to meet in person for this initial chat, there’s a small £10 charge to cover the room cost.
There’s no pressure- just an open space to connect and see if it feels like the right fit.
Contact:
07405 221 011
daniel@realtalksupport.com
www.realtalksupport.com
Training, qualifications & experience
Professional training:
- Accredited BACP Integrative Counselling Diploma
- Somatic Trauma Therapy
- Grief & Loss Awareness
- Social Anxiety & Neuroscience
- Counselling Diploma Certificate
- Counselling Skills Certificate
Experience:
- Founder and Clinical Director of Realtalk. - A compassionate, courageously honest and down to earth therapy service.
- Mindset Specialist for the Complete Health Rewire Programme - A holistic wellbeing programme lead by @theindianbodycoach (Instagram). Providing Solution focussed sessions to members.
- Freelance Counsellor for Murray Hall Community Trust
- Volunteer Counsellor for St. Martin's Counselling Service
- Specialist Mental Health Mentor for Barry Bennetts
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Senior Therapist with Tudaee (formerly Serenity)
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What's my approach to therapy?
I offer a relational and integrative approach, grounded in the belief that lasting change happens through connection- both with others, and with yourself.
My work is especially supportive for those navigating childhood trauma, anxiety, questions of identity & struggles in relationships- whether you’re trying to make sense of the past, manage overwhelming emotions, or reconnect with who you are beneath the masks and roles.
At the core of my practice is Gestalt therapy, which focuses on here-and-now awareness and how your past may be playing out in your present. I also draw from Person-Centred therapy, CBT, and a growing body of somatic work, which brings attention to how emotions and experiences live in the body- not just the mind.
In our sessions, we might explore:
-how certain relational patterns developed and show up in the present,
-how anxiety shows up in your body,
-or what gets in the way when you try to name or meet your own needs.
This is a space to reflect, to feel, and to gently build more awareness and choice in how you respond to life.
Many people come to therapy hoping to be “fixed.”
What often happens instead is something quieter- but more powerful: feeling safe enough to come back to your authentic self.
Together, we’ll work at your pace- toward reconnection with your voice, your boundaries, and a deeper sense of safety and self-trust, both in your mind and your body.
Are the sessions confidential?
Yes- what you share in therapy is kept confidential.
There are very few exceptions to this, such as if there’s a serious concern about your safety or someone else’s, and I would always aim to speak with you about this first, wherever possible.
I also reflect on my work with a clinical supervisor to ensure you’re receiving the best support- but your identity remains fully protected in those conversations.
How does payment work?
I offer a free 30-minute introductory call via phone or video, so you can get a feel for how I work and whether it feels like the right fit.
If you'd prefer to meet in person for this initial chat, there’s a small £10 charge to cover the room cost.
If we choose to continue, sessions are £45 and last 50 minutes. Payment is made by bank transfer before each session.
Can I see you in person or online?
Yes- you can choose to work with me in person, online, or by phone.
Once your session is confirmed, I’ll send you all the details, including directions and parking info if we’re meeting in person.
For online sessions, we’ll connect via Google Meet. I’ll send a secure link to your email each week before our session.
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Reach out:
You’re welcome to get in touch by phone, email, or through my website if you’d like to book an introductory call or ask any questions.
Contact:
07405 221 011
www.realtalksupport.com
daniel@realtalksupport.com
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No pressure- just an open invitation to connect.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
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£45.00 per session
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Weekend sessions are available by request.
Further information
Contact:
07405 221 011
Email:
daniel@realtalksupport.com
Website:
www.realtalksupport.com
