Dale Connelly, BACP
Dale Connelly is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood and low self-esteem.
About Dale
Dale Connelly is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood and low self-esteem. He supports those struggling with anger, motivation and the changes life can bring. He aims to make starting therapy straightforward for anyone thinking about a change.
Dale offers a calm, welcoming space where people can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. He focuses on listening first and building trust so conversations can be honest and direct.
Background and approach
He encourages small, practical steps that people can try between sessions to make day-to-day life feel more manageable. With three years of professional experience, Dale has worked with a broad range of concerns. He has supported people facing panic attacks, seasonal low mood, isolation, and questions about life purpose.
He also has experience with ageing and end-of-life issues, family of origin problems, and relationship communication difficulties. Dale draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape sessions in ways that fit each person. He will work with you to set clear, realistic goals and check progress regularly.
His style is straightforward and compassionate, aimed at helping you feel more confident in coping with stress and change. Sessions are offered in English and can be arranged online. International clients are welcome.
To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.
Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed
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| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 409956 | September 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Dale lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
How therapeutic approaches work online
Dale uses practical, evidence-based techniques to guide sessions. One common approach focuses on understanding patterns of thinking and behaviour to reduce anxiety and low mood; it helps people spot unhelpful habits and try different ways of responding. Another approach emphasises short, structured steps that build confidence and increase coping skills for stress, anger and life transitions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with you about your needs, goals and preferences and then choose methods that feel like a good fit. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress is reviewed.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit sessions into busy lives. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be quicker and need less bandwidth, and messaging or live chat allow shorter check-ins or more flexible pacing. These options help people keep therapy going when work, travel or other commitments make in-person meetings difficult.
Frequently asked
What issues does Dale commonly help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem and depression, plus coping with life changes and related concerns such as isolation and panic attacks.
What is Dale's way of working in sessions?
He listens closely, helps set clear goals and suggests practical steps to try between sessions. Conversations focus on what is useful and achievable for daily life.
How much experience does this counsellor have?
Dale has three years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of mental health and life issues.
What professional credential does Dale hold and where is he based?
He lists BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Can I work with Dale if I live outside the UK?
Yes. International clients are accepted and sessions can be arranged across time zones in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be held as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.