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Lorraine McDonnell, BACP

Lorraine McDonnell is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom.

About Lorraine

Lorraine McDonnell is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom. She lists BACP, which indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings four years of practice to her work with adults. She writes in a straightforward way and focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by worry, loss, or life change.

She knows what anxious thinking can feel like from personal experience and uses that understanding to guide practical conversations.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to reduce overthinking, ease low mood, and build steadier day-to-day routines. Lorraine offers a calm space where people can talk without judgement and start to make small, manageable changes. Her approach adapts to each person.

She uses client-centred methods to listen and understand what matters to the individual. She also draws on cognitive behavioural techniques when thinking patterns and habits are the focus. Lorraine supports people facing grief, depression, stress, self-esteem issues, and relationship concerns.

She also helps with parenting strain, addiction challenges, sleeping problems, compassion fatigue and aspects of ageing and long-term health difficulties. Sessions also cover career worries, anger, and feelings of isolation. Work is practical and conversational, with time spent looking at thoughts, behaviours and small steps forward.

Lorraine helps people develop tools they can use between appointments. The aim is clearer thinking, steadier mood and better ways to cope with life’s demands.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	397172	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 Lorraine lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Ways of working Lorraine names

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How Lorraine’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience. The counsellor offers empathy and support so people can make sense of their feelings and decide what matters most to them. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance and a non-judgemental space to talk.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses practical exercises to spot unhelpful thinking and test new behaviours. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, sleep difficulties and repetitive worry.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lorraine will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then agree a plan together. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they feel relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers flexibility that can fit around work, family and health demands. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual connection helps. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer writing, need quick check-ins, or want to reflect before replying. These options make it easier to keep continuity and work on progress even when life is busy.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

Lorraine helps with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression, as well as issues such as sleeping problems, addictions, relationship worries and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her work is conversational and practical. She blends client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques to focus on thoughts and everyday habits.

How much experience does she have?

She has four years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is listed with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises in the United Kingdom.

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

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available online?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin if I want to try therapy?

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