- Person-centred listening
- Practical coping skills
- Mindfulness options
About David
David O'Hara BACP is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and life changes. He works with people worried about relationships, parenting, addictions, grief and trauma. His approach aims to make talking about hard things feel straightforward and manageable.
He uses a person-centred style that focuses on listening without judgement and helping clients find their own answers. He also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy to help spot unhelpful thinking, and mindfulness practices to calm racing thoughts. Motivational interviewing is used when people want practical steps to change habits or behaviour.
David studied psychology for ten years and holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. He also completed a Master of Science in Consumer Psychology and postgraduate diplomas in counselling and teaching mindfulness-based approaches. These studies feed into a practical way of working rather than theory alone.
Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person. Expect to talk through what matters most, try small experiments between sessions, and build skills you can use day to day. He aims to help people find clearer perspectives and more confidence in handling problems.
He trained for three years at the Bangor Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice, which shaped his use of MBCT and MBSR techniques. If you are curious about mindfulness, he will adapt practices to your level of experience and preference.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
David combines person-centred counselling with cognitive behavioural techniques to offer clear, practical help. Person-centred work emphasizes listening and understanding so clients can find their own solutions, which is useful for emotional overwhelm and relationship worries. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and offers tools to change unhelpful cycles, often used for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems.Mindfulness practice is another strand he brings in to help manage stress and racing thoughts. These exercises are taught gently and can be adapted to a person's previous experience, whether they are new to mindfulness or have practised before. Choosing the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to decide what feels most helpful based on goals and preferences.
If you are considering online therapy, check the session formats offered before booking so you know what to expect. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when that suits your schedule. The focus will remain on practical steps, clearer thinking and calming exercises that can be practised between sessions to support day-to-day life.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with worries such as stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, parenting strain, addictions, grief, trauma, sleep problems and career questions.
What style of therapy does he use?
His core style is person-centred listening, combined with cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness. Motivational interviewing is used to support behaviour change when needed.
How long has he been practising?
He has three years of professional experience working with clients alongside his academic studies in psychology and related fields.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapists availability.