David Goodlad Counselling Canterbury

David Goodlad Counselling Canterbury

About

David Goodlad MA FRSPH RSA is a highly experienced counsellor and psychotherapist offering counselling services in Canterbury and across Kent. With over 25 years of practice, David helps clients tackle a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and addiction issues. He works compassionately with individuals facing challenges such as grief, loss, relationship difficulties, secretive online behaviours, and addiction recovery.

David holds senior registrations and accreditations with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), and the Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals (FDAP). He works alongside skilled colleagues, including Natalie Prior, a relationship therapy expert, and Glynn Myers, a qualified therapist. Together, they provide short-term counselling and long-term psychotherapy to suit clients’ needs.

David’s approach is warm and non-judgemental. He focuses on building trust, setting clear goals, and guiding clients through meaningful change. His professional background includes work in Europe and South Africa, teaching addiction psychology at several universities, and specialised expertise in addiction treatment.

Services

David Goodlad Counselling offers a wide range of therapy options tailored to individual clients:

• One-to-one counselling for emotional and behavioural difficulties, including anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, and addiction.

• Couples therapy to support relationship challenges, improve communication, and rebuild connection.

• Family counselling, particularly for those affected by addiction, to encourage healthier family relationships and recovery.

• Addiction counselling and rehab support, covering substance misuse, gambling, pornography, and other process-based addictions. David uses clear, practical approaches to help clients break free from harmful habits.

• Psychotherapy for deeper exploration of complex issues like grief, betrayal, trauma, and addiction root causes. This longer-term work offers a safe space to process difficult emotions.

David and his team also provide private therapy to postgraduate students at Canterbury Christ Church University and the University of Kent.

Additional Information

David Goodlad Counselling aims to restore clients’ self-worth and help them regain control over their lives. The practice focuses on private counselling and does not accept NHS referrals.

Sessions are confidential and tailored to each client’s needs. Whether you want short-term support or longer psychotherapy, David and his team offer expert guidance with empathy.

Choosing the right counsellor matters. David encourages clients to check that their counsellor holds relevant qualifications and professional memberships. He welcomes initial discussions to help you decide if his approach fits your needs.

If you are ready to start your journey towards healing and growth, contact David Goodlad Counselling in Canterbury. Call 01227 290 098 to book an appointment and take the first step to a better future.