Dmitri Shirobokov

• Addictions
• CBT methods
• Motivational interviewing

About Dmitri

Dmitri Shirobokov works with people facing addictions, relationship strain, anxiety, depression and other emotional or behavioural difficulties, using a goal-orientated approach that focuses on needs and strengths. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 14 years' experience.

Dmitri trained as an integrative counsellor and has worked for many years in rehabilitation settings. He aims to identify what a person wants to change and to plan realistic steps towards those goals. Sessions tend to be practical and focused on clear outcomes rather than open-ended discussion.

He draws on several therapeutic methods, including client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques and existential perspectives. That mix helps him address patterns of thought, personal values, and everyday coping skills. He also uses mindfulness and motivational interviewing to support behavioural change.

Dmitri has worked internationally within rehabilitation services, which has informed his work with people dealing with addiction and complex behavioural concerns. He describes his practice as efficient and results-focused, emphasising recovery and practical progress.

People who contact him can expect straightforward conversations about goals, steps to reach them, and regular review of progress. He offers sessions in English and Russian. To start, people use the site’s matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.

How his approaches work for remote counselling

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person's experience at the heart of the work, focusing on listening and understanding what matters most to them; this helps with self-esteem, relationship and identity issues. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behaviour and introduces practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress-related problems. Existential Therapy encourages reflection on values and life choices, which can help when coping with major life changes or feelings of emptiness.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative task. The counsellor will discuss goals, try methods that match those aims, and review progress together. This helps shape a practical plan that fits the client's needs, goals and preferences rather than assuming one way will suit everyone.

For practical online arrangements please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific session types. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family commitments, allow shorter catch-ups between in-person appointments, and reduce the need to travel. Registered or accredited professionals often use the same therapeutic techniques remotely as they do in person, adapting exercises and homework so they work in everyday settings.

Topics Dmitri lists

• Addictions
• Self-esteem
• Career difficulties
• Coping with life changes
• Coaching
• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Intimacy-related issues
• Eating disorders
• Sleeping disorders
• Anger management
• Depression
• Compassion fatigue
• Abandonment
• Antisocial personality
• Attachment issues
• Avoidant personality
• Codependency
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Dependent personality
• Dissociation
• Divorce and separation
• Domestic violence
• Drug and alcohol addiction
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Immigration issues
• Impulsivity
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Men's issues
• Midlife crisis
• Veteran and armed forces issues
• Money and financial issues
• Mood disorders
• Multicultural concerns
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Phobias
• Post-traumatic stress
• Process addictions
• Self-love
• Sex addiction
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Somatization
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Existential Therapy
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Internal Family Systems

Questions about Dmitri

Does he work with anxiety and depression?

Yes. He supports people with anxiety, depression and related stress reactions using practical, goal-orientated work.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He practises an integrative approach that combines client-centred work, CBT and existential ideas alongside mindfulness and motivational interviewing.

How long has he been practising?

He has 14 years of experience, including many years working in rehabilitation settings.

Is he registered with a professional body in the UK?

He holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.

Can I work with him if I do not live in the UK?

Yes. He accepts international clients and has experience working internationally in rehabilitation settings.

Which session formats does he offer?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with him?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.