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David O'Hara, BACP

David O'Hara is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who brings three years of practice to his work.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
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About David

David O'Hara is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who brings three years of practice to his work. He draws on a background in psychology and mindfulness to help people facing anxiety, low mood, stress, and relationship worries. David uses straightforward language and a calm manner to help people talk through what matters to them.

He works in a person-centred way, focusing on the individual and what they want to change.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to be respectful and without judgement, giving space to uncover strengths and values. He also uses cognitive behavioural ideas to help with negative thinking and practical behaviour change. Mindfulness is woven into his approach, with simple practices offered for people new to mindfulness as well as those who already use it.

Motivational interviewing helps when people are trying to change habits such as addictive behaviours or struggling with motivation. David's training includes a BSc in Psychology, an MSc in Consumer Psychology, a postgraduate diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, a postgraduate diploma in Teaching Mindfulness-Based Approaches, and a certificate in Counselling Skills. He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Sessions are offered online through video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging. People who prefer brief check-ins or longer conversations can choose the format that fits their life. If someone wants to start, the first step is a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling a session.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	406590	June 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Communication problems
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Self-love

Ways of working David names

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How his approaches translate to online therapy

David uses person-centred counselling to place the person's concerns at the centre of each session, creating a respectful and non-judgemental space where people can talk and be heard. This approach helps with confidence, self-understanding and relationship worries.

He also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, which focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT techniques can be useful for anxiety, low mood, stress and sleeping problems, and work well in brief online exercises and between-session tasks.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about their goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then tailor sessions accordingly. This is a collaborative process that may combine person-centred listening, CBT tasks and mindfulness practices over time.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video calls allow a more conversational session, phone sessions can fit a break at work or require less bandwidth, and chat or messaging can suit shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while keeping the focus on practical steps and steady progress.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, addictions, trauma and related concerns listed in his profile.

What is the therapist's general style in sessions?

Sessions are person-centred and collaborative, with practical tools from cognitive behavioural therapy and gentle mindfulness if helpful.

How much experience does he have?

He has three years of clinical experience working with a range of common mental health and life concerns.

What credentials and location are on record?

His listed credential is BACP and he practices from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted; he offers work to people based in the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and starting therapy handled?

Cost varies with location and a subscription model is used that can be cancelled at any time; to begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.