David O'Hara, NCPS

David O'Hara is a counsellor who supports carers and other adults with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain and issues around self-esteem. He also helps people coping with grief, addiction, compassion fatigue, parenting pressures and life changes. David works in a calm, accepting way that aims to help people feel heard and less overwhelmed.

David trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor and holds NCPS. He has around five years' post-qualification experience and over 15 years working in mental health settings. Before qualifying he worked in care homes, forensic step-down services and mental health charities supporting adults with complex needs.

His practice focuses on a non-directive, empathetic approach. Sessions give people space to talk through feelings at their own pace while the counsellor reflects and listens back what matters. This style suits people who want to make sense of their thoughts, rebuild self-trust or find clearer direction.

People who come to David often want to work on anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, or challenges linked to caregiving and attachment. He also offers LGBT-affirming support and describes his practice as neurodivergent-affirming and trauma-aware. The tone is collaborative rather than prescriptive.

If someone prefers a gentle, person-centred way of working, David offers a steady presence and practical listening. He aims to help people reconnect with what matters to them and to find small, manageable steps forward.

How person-centred work translates to online therapy

Person-Centred Therapy centres on listening, empathy and acceptance. The counsellor offers an open, non-directive space where people can talk at their own pace and work through feelings like anxiety, depression, grief or caregiver stress. This approach helps when someone needs time to understand themselves rather than direct instruction.

David frames therapy as a collaborative process. He sees the person as the expert in their life and will work with them to clarify goals, try things out and adapt the way sessions run to suit their needs. Choosing an approach is part of the work together rather than a fixed decision made beforehand.

The practical benefits of online therapy include being able to fit sessions into a busy day and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to keep regular appointments around caregiving or work, and it lets people join from wherever they can find a quieter moment. The specific session formats available are not listed here, so check the booking details to confirm which options the therapist currently offers before scheduling.