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David O'Hara, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

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David O'Hara is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with a BACP credential and three years' experience. He speaks English and offers online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. David aims to make therapy straightforward and practical for people feeling overwhelmed by life.

He keeps sessions warm and down-to-earth. He listens first, then helps people spot patterns that make stress, anxiety or low mood worse. He uses simple, proven techniques from cognitive behavioural work and mindfulness alongside a client-centred way of working.

Background and approach

This means conversations focus on what matters to the person in front of him. David helps people manage relationship worries, self-esteem struggles and big life changes. He also supports those dealing with grief, trauma, addictions, sleeping problems and career concerns.

Additional focus areas include communication problems, men’s issues, building self-love and finding life purpose. Sessions are practical and collaborative. People can expect clear ideas to try between appointments, and space to talk about what worked and what didn’t.

Motivational interviewing features in sessions where someone wants help finding the drive to change. His background includes study in psychology, consumer psychology and mindfulness-based approaches. That mix informs a flexible style that suits different needs.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions using the Start Therapy button.

Approaches you can use in online sessions

Client-centred therapy focuses on a respectful, non-judgemental conversation. The counsellor listens closely and follows the person’s lead to build understanding and self-awareness; this approach helps when people need a space to make sense of feelings and choices.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviours into manageable parts. It offers practical exercises and experiments to change patterns that feed anxiety, low mood or sleep problems.

Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm. It can be helpful for stress, anxiety, rumination and sleep difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has worked before, then try approaches together and adjust based on how the client responds. This collaborative way helps people feel involved in decisions about their care.

Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging, giving flexibility to suit daily life. Video lets people use visual cues and a fuller conversation. Phone calls need less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat or text messaging suits brief check-ins or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments.
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and self-esteem concerns, plus relationship issues, grief, trauma, addictions and sleep problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He combines a client-centred approach with cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness and motivational interviewing to keep sessions practical and person-focused.
What is his clinical background?
He has three years of experience and academic study in psychology, consumer psychology and mindfulness-based approaches that shape his practice.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP as a listed credential.
Does he run sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
3 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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