David Bowerman Therapy And Coaching — Mental Health Services in Bristol, England

4.9★★★★★★★★★★(95 reviews)

Address10 Picton St Montpelier BS6 5QA, Bristol, ENG

Phone+447886490369

Websitedavid-bowerman.com

David Bowerman offers therapy and coaching services in Bristol and online. He utilizes an innovative approach blending traditional therapy with mindfulness and newer modalities, drawing on training from the Optimum Health Clinic and mentorship from psychologists Keith Blevens and Dicken Bettinger. David aims to help clients change how they think, feel more at ease, and create happier lives by gaining new perspectives on challenges, relationships, and past events. His work focuses on reducing negative thought patterns, increasing presence and resilience, and addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, addiction, and relationship difficulties. David also supports individuals with chronic health conditions and those new to therapy or seeking a different approach.

Best for

  • Individuals seeking new perspectives
  • Those struggling with anxiety or depression
  • People new to therapy
  • Clients preferring online or in-person sessions
Key servicesTherapy sessions, Coaching, Online sessions, Free consultation
LanguagesEnglish
Tagstherapy, coaching, bristol, online therapy, mental health, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, resilience, wellbeing

Reviews on Google4.9 · 95 reviews

★★★★★★★★★★Tom FrankhamFeb 2026

Firstly, David is a lovely, witty and understanding person. My sessions with him have helped me understand how my thoughts work and it has allowed me to have a far more peaceful experience day to day. I feel far more capable of remianing calm, less adgitated and less perpetually stressed. I am looking forward to gaining more insight over time. I would certainly recommend him to a friend should the request ever come in. Thank you again David.

★★★★★★★★★★Molly CarrollFeb 2026

Couldn’t recommend David highly enough, he's very kind and funny, as well as brilliant. My mind is a lot quieter, I feel less stressed and more confident, I genuinely feel like a different person and comfortable in my own skin since seeing David. Thanks for everything

★★★★★★★★★★OllieJan 2026

My time with David has been fantastic. It's given me a valuable understanding and insight into the issues I was experiencing, as well as the tools and strategies to not only deal with them now, but to also find peace of mind and confidence moving forwards. I’d highly recommend David to anyone considering therapy.

★★★★★★★★★★J SOct 2025

I have really struggled to open up to anyone about what's swirling around in my head constantly. But David made me feel at ease and was warm and friendly, and let me go through everything at my own pace. He helped me look at things from a different perspective. This really helped me and has helped my relationship and also social life. Would highly recommend him.

★★★★★★★★★★Simon NormanOct 2025

I have had several therapists over the years, and whilst they were all useful, David's approach was the most transformative, as I found I could apply his method so widely, across all aspects of my mental health. He is a wonderful therapist - always calm, non-judgemental, engaging, and patient. His style perfectly complements his approach, and really helps to engage with it. I cannot recommend him enough.

★★★★★★★★★★Arianna DomingoJul 2025

I procrastinated seeing a therapist for a long time, and although I’m sure I would’ve benefited from doing so earlier in life, I’m truly glad everything happened the way it did so I could meet David. We are about six sessions in and I can truly say it’s been an incredibly eye-opening experience; having someone challenge how you’ve seen certain behaviours your whole life, but do so in a way where you still feel safe, validated and reassured is something remarkable. I finally feel like my brain is quieter, leaving room for more intentional thoughts as opposed to noise; this has had a huge positive impact on myself, my home life, and honestly, in every aspect of my day to day—and I’m so thankful to David for all of this. Couldn’t recommend enough.

★★★★★★★★★★Aidan MooreApr 2025

I had never seen a therapist prior to David and I was apprehensive to see one for the first time. David is very personable, understanding and witty and I looked forward to each of our sessions. I am now 3 months on from my last session with David and I am in the best place I can recall being mentally. The understanding, realisations and insight I gained from my time with David has had, and continues to have, beneficial implications for me on a daily basis, in all aspects of my life. I am also certain that it will continue to help me going forward. I have personally found what I discovered with David fascinating to the extent that I continue to seek more material to help me gain broader perspective and a deeper understanding of it. It was worth every penny and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend David to friends and family.

★★★★★★★★★★Mica PostansOct 2024

Working with David has been nothing short of transformative, and I’m deeply grateful for his guidance. His therapeutic approach is unique, grounded, insightful, and deeply impactful. This has become integral to my daily life, helping me reshape my thoughts and gain a deeper sense of peace. I’ve reached a level of contentment and clarity that I couldn’t have achieved without his support. I can’t recommend him highly enough.

★★★★★★★★★★Titina P.Jul 2024

David has helped my son to overcome his anxiety and intrusive thoughts in few sessions. My son has learnt how to manage on his own now and he's back to his happy and confident self. David has been exceptionally supportive, kind and caring throughout. We can't thank him enough!

★★★★★★★★★★Hannah RooneyJun 2024

David has truly supported me to shift how I view and move through the world every day. I can confidently say I feel much calmer, happier and resilient as a result of my time with David and that this will stick with me throughout my life. David has a warm and humorous yet professional approach. I cannot recommend highly enough. Thanks David!

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