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Bear Donna, NCPS

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

Works with LGBTTrauma and abuseEating disordersDepressionADHD

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Bear Donna is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He holds NCPS as a credential and supports people facing issues such as trauma, depression, eating concerns and neurodiversity-related challenges. He aims to create an open atmosphere where clients can speak honestly without fear of judgement.

He uses an integrative approach and draws on Transactional Analysis as part of his practice. That means sessions may combine different methods to match what a person needs.

Background and approach

He focuses on clear, practical conversations and on building understanding about patterns that keep people stuck. Sessions often centre on identifying thoughts, feelings and behaviours that cause distress. Bear works with clients to set small, achievable goals and to practise new ways of coping between meetings.

He offers tools for managing anxiety, mood changes, sleep problems and relationship difficulties. He also supports people with concerns tied to identity, sexuality and kink, along with challenges such as chronic pain, caregiver stress or coping after loss. Work can include coaching-style guidance alongside therapeutic exploration when that fits the client’s aims.

Sessions are offered in English by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and books a session according to the schedule provided.

How therapeutic approaches work online

Transactional Analysis is used here to help people notice recurring patterns in how they think and relate to others. It looks at everyday interactions and helps identify where old reactions come from so new choices are possible. An integrative approach means methods are mixed to fit the person rather than using one fixed model. That can include practical coping skills, coaching steps, or deeper conversational work depending on what is needed.

Finding the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then try different techniques to see what helps most. Clients are invited to give feedback so the work can be adjusted over time and stay focused on real-life change.

Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video is useful when visual connection helps the conversation. Phone sessions can be a good shorter check-in or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging allow ongoing support between meetings and can fit around work or family commitments.
What concerns does this counsellor address?
He works with a wide range of issues including trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, eating concerns, addictions and stress. Additional focuses include neurodiversity, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, and caregiver strain.
What is the therapist's approach and style?
He uses an integrative approach with a focus on Transactional Analysis, mixing techniques to fit each person. Sessions aim to be practical, with clear steps and tools to practise between meetings.
How much professional experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working in therapeutic roles in the UK.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the NCPS credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with this counsellor?
Select 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
NCPS
Languages
English

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