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Catherine Donnelly, NCPS

Catherine Donnelly is a counsellor with four years of professional experience.

About Catherine

Catherine Donnelly is a counsellor with four years of professional experience. She works in the United Kingdom and holds NCPS as a listed credential. Catherine aims to make first steps into therapy feel manageable and approachable for people who are unsure where to begin.

She keeps sessions warm and personable. Catherine listens with attention and without judgement. She helps people name difficult feelings and gently talk through painful experiences at a pace that suits them.

Background and approach

Catherine often supports people dealing with stress and anxiety. She also helps with relationship concerns, grief, depression, and the effects of trauma and abuse. Additional areas she approaches include guilt, shame and questions about life purpose.

Her style is straightforward and steady. Conversations are guided by what the client needs that week, whether that is practical coping ideas or time to reflect on emotions. Catherine aims to help people feel clearer about what matters next in their lives.

Sessions can use different formats to fit a person's life. Catherine will work with each person to decide how to structure meetings so they feel useful and manageable. Her approach is to build understanding first, then explore ways to move forward.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCPS2028	July 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Catherine lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

How therapeutic approaches work online

Catherine uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on listening and helping people make sense of their experiences. One common approach she uses centres on talking and reflection to help people process emotions and reduce distress; this is useful for anxiety, grief and low mood. Another approach emphasises practical coping strategies and structured tasks to reduce stress and manage symptoms week to week; this suits people who want clear steps to try between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work with the client. Catherine will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and together they will try methods that fit the person's needs. The process is collaborative and adjusts as progress moves forward.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which makes therapy more flexible. Video calls can mirror an in-person conversation. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier if being on camera is difficult. Live chat and messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, written reflection or people who prefer typing. These options help therapy fit a busy life and different communication styles.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Catherine help with?

Catherine works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship worries, grief and depression. She also addresses trauma and abuse, plus feelings of guilt, shame and questions about life purpose.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is personable and warm, focusing on listening and making space for clients to speak. Sessions proceed at a pace the client finds comfortable.

How much professional experience does she have?

Catherine has four years of experience working therapeutically with clients in her professional career.

What credentials and location are listed?

She lists NCPS as a credential and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.