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Dale Connelly, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

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Dale Connelly helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood and low self-esteem. He works with individuals who feel stuck after life changes or who need support managing anger and motivation. He explains therapy in clear terms and aims to make the first step easier to take.

Dale holds a BACP credential, which reflects his registration with a UK professional body. He has three years of hands-on experience offering practical support for common mental health concerns.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on understanding what matters to the person and finding small steps that make daily life easier. In sessions he aims to build a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through difficult thoughts and feelings. Conversations are straightforward and goal-focused when that helps, or more open-ended when people need time to reflect.

He pays attention to how stress and anger show up in everyday life and works with clients to try different ways of coping. Dale also supports people facing issues linked to ageing, end-of-life matters, isolation and family of origin concerns. He can help with panic attacks, seasonal low mood, self-harm thoughts and questions about life purpose.

He listens for practical patterns and helps clients try achievable changes. Therapy with Dale is presented as a collaborative process. He helps people set clear, realistic aims and reviews progress together.

The emphasis is on usable skills and on finding what fits each person’s life and goals.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Evidence-based techniques are used to help people manage distress and build coping skills. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with new behaviours to reduce anxiety and low mood; this helps with panic attacks and persistent worry. Another approach emphasises developing practical skills for handling strong emotions and anger, such as grounding exercises and stepwise behaviour changes that make day-to-day life steadier.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful and adapt methods to each person's goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where progress is reviewed and plans adjusted together.

Online sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls are helpful for a fuller face-to-face feel, phone work suits those who prefer not to be on camera, and messaging or chat can fit short check-ins or people who find writing easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caring duties or travel, and let people choose the format that best supports their needs.

What concerns does Dale specialise in?

Dale focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. He also works with issues such as isolation, panic attacks, seasonal low mood and self-harm thoughts.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He keeps conversations simple and practical, building a calm, non-judgemental space. Sessions can be goal-focused or more reflective depending on what the person needs.

What background and experience does he have?

He has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. During that time he has supported people with common mental health and life transition issues.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and practices from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are offered and can he work internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to match different preferences and schedules.

How are fees handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Anger management
Self esteem

Also listed

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Dale

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Dale Connelly, BACP

Background and approach

Approaches that guide online sessions

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety