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David O'Hara, NCPS

Credentials
NCPS
Experience
5 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

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David O'Hara helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. He also supports those dealing with relationship problems, grief, addictions and life changes. His practice covers parenting strain, sleeping difficulties, anger, career pressures and intimacy-related worries.

David is NCPS qualified and based in the United Kingdom. He trained as a Person-Centred counsellor and has nearly five years' post-qualification experience. Before qualifying he spent more than 15 years working in mental health settings.

Background and approach

That included care homes, forensic step-down services and mental health charities, where he worked with adults with complex needs. David's work is straightforward and non-directive. He aims to build an accepting, honest relationship and to give people space to make sense of their experiences.

Sessions focus on what matters to each person and move at a pace they set. He describes his practice as neurodivergent-affirming, LGB-friendly and trauma-aware. He places emphasis on listening without judgement and on helping people reconnect with their own sense of direction and self-trust.

People come to him for help with feelings of emptiness, abandonment, attachment wounds, codependency and commitment worries. He also supports those coping with caregiver stress, divorce and the fallout from infidelity. Therapy with David is collaborative.

He works alongside people to find clarity, reduce overwhelm and strengthen everyday coping. The emphasis is on practical, human conversation rather than labels or quick fixes.

Person-Centred support online and practical session options

David works using Person-Centred Therapy, which means he offers a listening, accepting presence and lets people lead the conversation. This approach helps when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed or unsure about their next steps in life. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and relationship worries.

His emphasis is on building a genuine, non-judgemental relationship rather than giving directive advice. Together he and the client will decide which ways of working feel most helpful, and they will adjust the approach as needs and goals become clearer. That collaborative process is part of the therapy itself.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls are good when seeing facial cues matters. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a shorter break at work. Live chat and messaging suit people who prefer typing, want brief regular check-ins or find writing helps them reflect. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, parenting and other commitments, and they let people choose the format that best supports their needs.
What concerns does David support?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship issues, plus grief, addictions and many life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a Person-Centred approach that focuses on empathy, acceptance and following the client's pace rather than directing the session.
How much experience does he have?
He has nearly five years' post-qualification experience and over 15 years' work in mental health settings before qualifying.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and holds the NCPS credential as supplied.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
How are costs and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
5 years
Registered with
NCPS
Languages
English

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