- Person-Centred Therapy
- Adult clients only
- NCPS credential
About David
David O'Hara is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. He also supports those dealing with addiction, low self-esteem, grief, parenting strain and coping with natural or human-caused disaster. David works with adults and offers an approach that aims to restore a sense of direction and steadiness.
He trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor and holds NCPS, which is noted as his credential. David has around five years post-qualification experience and more than 15 years working in mental health roles prior to becoming a therapist. That background includes care homes, forensic step-down services and mental health charities.
In sessions he uses a Person-Centred Therapy approach. That means the work is non-directive and based on empathy, authenticity and acceptance. He aims to provide a calm space where people can talk through feelings without judgement and at their own pace.
David’s earlier roles exposed him to people with complex needs, including addiction and enduring mental health issues. Those experiences shape how he listens and responds, especially when someone has been through repeated losses or upheaval.
He aims to help people reconnect with their own sense of choice and self-trust. Over time many people seeking this kind of help report feeling more grounded and clearer about next steps.
How Person-Centred Work Transfers Online
Person-Centred Therapy focuses on empathy, acceptance and being heard. In practice this means the therapist listens closely, reflects what is said and follows the client’s lead to help them make sense of feelings. This approach can be helpful for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and low self-esteem.David also emphasises authenticity and a non-judgemental stance. That helps when people are coping with life changes, addiction, grief or the aftermath of disasters. The emphasis is on supporting the person to reconnect with their own choices rather than directing specific actions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide what feels most useful, adjusting pace and focus as needs and goals become clearer.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also be useful when quieter surroundings or reduced visual demands are preferred, depending on the client's situation and practical needs.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports adults with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, as well as addiction, grief and issues like low self-esteem or coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He works in a Person-Centred way, offering a non-directive, empathetic and accepting space where clients lead the conversation and set the pace.
What experience does he bring?
He has about five years post-qualification experience as a counsellor and over 15 years working in mental health settings such as care homes and mental health charities.
What credentials and region are listed?
He lists NCPS as his credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients access his support?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.