- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Trauma recovery
About Kevin
Kevin O'Donnell is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction struggles, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. He works with each person respectfully and with compassion. He tailors conversations and plans to the needs of the individual. He aims to support and empower people taking the first steps towards change.
Kevin has three years of professional experience and holds BACP credentialing, which denotes registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts his approach to what suits each person. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps as well as understanding what underlies a difficulty.
In practice he listens first, then helps clients identify patterns that keep problems going. He and the client agree small, achievable actions to try between meetings. Sessions balance talking about feelings with developing coping skills and problem-solving methods.
Kevin also offers focused help for concerns connected to abandonment, adoption and foster care, ageing and geriatric issues, attachment or personality-related difficulties, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image, chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, and codependency. He uses this experience to create a compassionate, down-to-earth space where people can explore next steps.
People who choose to work with him can expect straightforward conversation, clear options, and practical tools to use day to day. He encourages clients to move at their own pace while aiming for steady progress.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Evidence-based techniques focus on identifying thoughts and behaviours that keep a problem going, and on building small, practical skills to change them. For example, cognitive approaches help people notice unhelpful thinking and try different ways of responding to stress and anxiety. Behavioural strategies support gradual changes through repeated, achievable tasks that reduce avoidance and build confidence.Another common strand is trauma-informed care, which emphasises safety, pacing and choice. This approach helps people process difficult experiences at a manageable speed and develop coping tools that reduce reactivity and improve daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kevin will work with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. He encourages feedback and adjusts plans as progress unfolds so the work stays useful and relevant.
Online counselling can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and offering more flexible scheduling. It can also mean shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions without video if that helps someone engage. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, please confirm which formats are offered before booking.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kevin focus on?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression, plus related issues such as abandonment and caregiver stress.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The style is respectful and practical. Kevin listens first, then works with you to set clear goals and small actions to try between sessions.
What experience does he bring?
Kevin has three years of professional counselling experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with BACP, which is shown as his credential, and he practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a course of therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.