David Clifford

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About me

Hello, I'm David, a relationship therapist, clinical sexologist and counsellor. You may be struggling with sex or intimacy, feeling stuck in relationship patterns that keep repeating, or finding that anxiety, shame or past experiences are affecting how you connect with yourself or others.

I offer a warm, non-judgemental and collaborative space to explore what is happening and work towards feeling more connected, confident and fulfilled. My approach combines understanding the experiences and patterns underlying a difficulty with practical tools and exercises that can help create change.

Some of the areas I work with include:

• Sexual anxiety and sexual confidence
• Erectile difficulties
• Premature and delayed ejaculation
• Pain, vaginismus and anorgasmia
• Attachment and relationship patterns
• Porn use and compulsive sexual behaviours
• Shame and self-esteem
• LGBTQ+ experiences
• Living with HIV and other STIs
• Kink and alternative sexual interests
• Loneliness, dating and relationships
• Anxiety, depression and trauma
• Family and interpersonal difficulties

I also work with couples experiencing:

• Communication difficulties
• Infidelity, betrayal and rebuilding trust
• Intimacy and connection difficulties
• Mismatched desire and sexual challenges
• Consensual non-monogamy and alternative relationship structures

Talking about sex and relationships can sometimes feel difficult, particularly when there is anxiety, shame or a feeling that something is wrong. Therapy offers a confidential space where these experiences can be explored openly and without judgement.

Whether you are facing a specific concern or feeling stuck in recurring patterns, we can work together to better understand what is happening, strengthen your relationships and create meaningful change. I offer online and in-person sessions from my welcoming space in Clapham North.

Training, qualifications & experience

I work in private practice with individuals and couples experiencing a range of relationship and psychosexual concerns. I am a registered member of the College of Sex and Relationship Therapists (COSRT), the UK’s leading professional body for therapists specialising in relationships and sexuality.

I am currently completing a Master’s in Psychosexual and Relationship Psychotherapy. I also hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Sexology and Relationship Therapy and a Certificate in Counselling Skills and Practice from the Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology (CICS).

Member organisations

COSRT
College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT)

COSRT is the UK’s leading membership organisation for therapists specialising in sexual and relationship issues.

All members must abide by their Code of Ethics and the performance of accredited members is regularly monitored.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£95.00 - £125.00

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • OAPs
  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Individuals - £90 for 50 minutes

Couples - £110 for 50 minutes

I offer a limited number of low-cost therapy options for those who cannot afford my standard fees. Feel free to reach out for further details.

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Groups
Organisations

Key details

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Online platforms

Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp
Zoom
David Clifford
David Clifford