James Leyland-Willows

I’m a person-centred counsellor offering a safe, supportive space to explore a range of difficulties, including anxiety, emotional distress, bereavement, and life challenges. I offer grounding and breathing techniques to support emotional regulation, and clarity. 

About me 

Does life feel difficult for you? If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn, I’m here to help. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel genuinely heard, understood, and accepted at a pace that feels right for you. 
 
I’m a person-centred counsellor and accredited member of the NCPS, working with clients experiencing a range of emotional difficulties, including: 

• anxiety 
• emotional distress 
• bereavement and loss 
• trauma 
• abuse 
• low self-worth 
• difficult life experiences 

You may already know what’s troubling you, or you might just feel that something isn’t right. Together, we can begin to make sense of what’s going on. 
 
Alongside talking therapy, I offer grounding and calming techniques to support emotional regulation. This can include breathing exercises, meditation, box breathing, or other simple techniques to help manage anxiety, stress, or panic in the moment. 

I offer a 20-minute virtual free consultation, which can be booked using the button below.

In-person Location

I offer in-person sessions at a dedicated counselling space in Nottingham, NG1

Qualifications & Experience

My qualifications were attained through the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB), a recognised awarding organisation for counselling training in the UK.

• Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – CPCAB
• Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies – CPCAB
• Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills – CPCAB
• Accredited Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
• Level 3 Safeguarding Adults – Virtual College (2026)
• Thinking About Suicidal Clients in Therapy – Nottingham Counselling Service (2025)