- Client-centred approach
- Focus on loss and grief
- Support for stress
About Connor
Connor O'Donnell is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Connor offers calm, attentive sessions where people can talk about stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression and big life changes.
He works from a person-centred perspective, which means he treats each person as the expert on their own life. Sessions focus on what feels important to the client and move at a pace that suits them. Connor will often reflect back observations, invite people to notice patterns, and check in about what is or is not helpful.
His background includes time with a bereavement service and a charity supporting carers, experiences that shaped how he responds to loss and caring responsibilities. He also has experience with concerns around chronic illness, ageing and communication problems, among others.
In session he pays attention to the relationship between counsellor and client. Connor may point out moments where the interaction in the room mirrors other relationships in a person's life, and use that as a starting point for discussion. He aims for straightforward conversations rather than technical language.
Connor asks people to reflect on progress during therapy and whether the way of working needs to change. He encourages people who are unsure about therapy to read brief summaries of different approaches, so they can find a style that feels like a good fit for their needs.
How client-centred work translates to online therapy
Client-centred therapy places the person's experience at the heart of sessions. It involves active listening, empathy and reflecting back what is noticed so clients can understand their feelings and choices. This approach helps with anxiety, grief, depression and coping with big life changes by giving space to explore what matters to the individual.Connor treats therapy as a shared process. He will work with each person to decide how best to proceed, checking in regularly to see what is helping and what might need to change. Finding the right approach is collaborative, and adjustments are made from session to session based on the client's needs and preferences.
If you are considering online work, confirm the exact session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy day, remove travel time and let people join from another room in their home or workplace. They can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or let someone choose not to use video if that helps them focus. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often find online work a practical way to maintain regular contact while balancing everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Connor commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression and coping with major life changes, among other related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He follows a person-centred approach, listening closely and reflecting observations so clients can make sense of their experience in their own time.
What relevant experience does he have?
He has three years of practice and has worked with a bereavement service and a charity supporting carers, which informed his work with loss and caring stresses.
What credentials and location are listed?
Connor is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.