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Patricia O'Neill, NCPS

Credentials: NCPS
Experience: 15 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Self esteem Depression

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Patricia O'Neill uses a client-centred approach to make therapy straightforward and practical. She focuses on the issues that often feel overwhelming day to day, such as anxiety, stress, addictions and low self-esteem. Patricia draws on 15 years of experience working with people in the United Kingdom to offer steady, non-judgemental support.

She helps people talk through difficult emotions and build coping strategies that fit their lives. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, is used when unwanted thoughts and behaviours are getting in the way.

Background and approach

Client-centred work provides space to explore feelings at a pace that feels right. Patricia has particular experience with trauma and post-traumatic stress from living through the historic conflict in Ireland, and she understands how that can affect everyday life. She also supports people dealing with grief, relationship strain, mood disorders and the emotional impact of chronic illness or pain.

Her practice has included supporting employees through workplace Employee Assistance Programmes, and she is familiar with issues such as addiction, domestic violence, codependency and problems with communication. Patricia aims to help people increase confidence and reduce isolation so they can move towards clearer goals. Sessions are offered in English and she works with clients across the UK.

Her approach is supportive and practical, focused on small changes that add up to real differences in daily life.

How client-centred and CBT work online

Patricia uses client-centred therapy to focus on the individual’s experience. That means sessions begin by listening to what matters most to the person seeking support, and the pace is set by them. It is useful for building self-awareness, exploring emotions and restoring confidence.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, targets the thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. It involves practical exercises and simple tools that help reduce anxiety, manage low mood and change unhelpful habits. CBT is often paired with conversations about daily routines and coping choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Patricia will discuss goals and try different techniques to see what fits best. The plan is collaborative so clients shape the focus and decide which methods feel most helpful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls enable a full conversational experience, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, people who prefer writing, or those who need to fit sessions into a busy day. These options make it simpler to attend regularly and keep progress moving forward.

What kinds of problems does Patricia help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, low self-esteem and depression, plus related issues such as trauma and relationship concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Patricia combines client-centred therapy with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), offering an open, non-judgemental space alongside practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and habits.

How much experience does she have?

She has 15 years of professional experience working with people in the United Kingdom on a wide range of emotional and behavioural concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds NCPS as a listed credential and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered to international clients and are delivered in English.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 15 years
Registered with: NCPS
Languages: English

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Patricia O'Neill, NCPS

Background and approach

How client-centred and CBT work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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