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David Bone, ACA

Practical counselling for addiction and relationships

David is an Australian therapist with credentials including ACA.

  • 6+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Addictions, Relationship issues
  • Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About David

David Bone offers practical, grounded counselling for people ready to make different choices and rebuild a more fulfilling life. He frames many common struggles - such as shame, guilt, grief, anxiety and depression - as barriers people create to protect themselves, and he helps clients gently confront the patterns that keep them stuck. With a direct but compassionate style, he supports people working through addiction, relationship strain, family conflict, intimacy concerns, trauma and low self-esteem.

Drawing on both counselling experience and years of lived experience, he combines pragmatic strategies with empathic support so clients can take actionable steps toward change. He acknowledges that meaningful work can be challenging and that progress often involves confronting difficult emotions and decisions, including changing unhealthy habits or leaving unsupportive relationships. David aims to offer professional, solution-focused counselling that is realistic and respectful of each person’s circumstances.

He holds the ACA credential, which indicates a professional counselling qualification and association with a recognised counselling body. David practises in Australia and offers support to people ready to begin the process of recovery and growth.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

ACA

Languages

English

Focus areas

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issues

ACT and CBT approaches for flexible online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people relate differently to painful thoughts and feelings by encouraging values-based action rather than avoidance. It is useful for issues like anxiety, depression, addiction and low self-esteem where avoidance keeps patterns in place. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns and practising practical techniques to change them, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, trauma responses and problem behaviours.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and David works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best suit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they explore what feels most useful in the moment and adapt strategies over time to fit changing circumstances.

Providing therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging makes it easier to access consistent support from wherever the person is located in Australia. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, continuity when life is busy, and multiple ways to engage depending on comfort and communication style, while allowing appropriately qualified or registered professionals to deliver evidence-informed care in a way that suits the individual.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does David Bone have?

David Bone has 6 years of experience.

What professional credentials does David Bone hold?

The directory lists these credentials exactly as supplied: ACA

In which languages does David Bone provide therapy?

David Bone provides therapy in English.

Where is David Bone located?

David Bone is located in Australia.

How can I work with David Bone as my therapist?

You can work with David Bone through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does David Bone work with international clients?

David Bone does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with David Bone cost?

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