Dmitri Shirobokov, BACP

Dmitri Shirobokov helps people facing addiction, anxiety, depression and relationship strain. He also supports those dealing with grief, life changes, work stress and problems with sleep and eating. Dmitri works in English and Russian and practises with a focus on the person in front of him.

Dmitri has 14 years of experience, including long work in rehabilitation settings. He holds individual membership of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists - BACP. He describes his practice as goal-orientated and practical.

Sessions focus on identifying a person's strengths and what matters to them. Dmitri aims to help people set clear, achievable goals and take small steps towards them. Conversations tend to be straightforward and centred on what will make a difference day to day.

He draws on a mix of counselling styles, using talking methods that suit the person and the issue. Some work explores current thoughts and behaviours, while other work looks at meaning and life direction. Mindfulness and motivational methods are used to support change and build coping skills.

Dmitri has experience working internationally in different rehabilitation environments. That background informs a practical approach to recovery, relapse prevention and managing strong emotions. People looking for assistance with stress, addiction or relationship problems will find a counsellor who focuses on clear goals and steady progress.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s experience and aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental space where concerns can be talked through. This approach helps people who need to clarify what matters to them and build confidence in making changes.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviours keep problems going. It uses practical exercises and simple experiments to reduce anxiety, manage low mood and change unhelpful patterns.

Existential Therapy helps with questions about life direction, meaning and personal responsibility. It can be useful when someone is dealing with major life changes, feelings of emptiness or struggles with commitment.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options and adapt methods to a person’s goals, preferences and everyday needs. This is a collaborative process that can change as progress is made.

If you are considering online work, please confirm the specific session options before booking as the biography does not list formats. Many people choose online sessions because they can fit therapy into busy schedules, switch to shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel. Registered or accredited professionals can use different approaches effectively at a distance, and Dmitri’s practical, goal-orientated methods translate well to remote conversations.