Ann O' Sullivan, BACP
Ann O' Sullivan, BACP, offers practical counselling for people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction and depression.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
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About Ann
Ann O' Sullivan, BACP, offers practical counselling for people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction and depression. She uses straightforward language and works with clients to find steps that feel manageable. Sessions aim to reduce distress and build skills for daily life.
Ann sees adults who are coping with bereavement, family difficulties, work problems and related concerns. Ann draws on a mix of structured and person-centred approaches. She helps people spot unhelpful thought patterns and try small behavioural changes.
Background and approach
She also listens for the meaning behind problems and helps people reconnect with their strengths. The work is collaborative and paced to each person's needs. With four years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Ann combines practical tools with supportive listening.
She describes therapy as a place to try things out and learn new ways of coping. Topics she commonly addresses include addictions, panic and phobias, obsessive thoughts, workplace stress and relationship difficulties. Ann uses techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy, alongside Emotionally-Focused and Narrative approaches when helpful.
She aims to leave people with clearer thinking, better coping strategies and increased self-understanding. Sessions can focus on short-term goals or deeper personal issues, depending on what the person needs. Therapy is delivered in English from the United Kingdom.
Ann offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, and works with each client to choose the format that fits their routine and goals.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 394205 | July 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Ann works with
Everything Ann lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Isolation / loneliness
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Ann lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
She also works in a Client-Centred way, which means the counsellor listens closely and follows the person's lead. This approach helps people who need space to make sense of their feelings, rebuild confidence and find their own solutions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Ann will discuss goals and preferences and together decide which methods to try first. The plan can change as therapy progresses, so the work stays focused on practical outcomes that matter to the client.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video suits face-to-face conversation and deeper work. Phone calls are useful when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Live chat and texting can be a shorter check-in or fit around a busy day. These options make it easier to fit counselling into a work break, travel schedule or irregular routine while still doing meaningful therapeutic work.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, grief and family-related issues, plus workplace and relationship concerns.
What is her style of therapy like?
She combines structured techniques with a warm, person-centred approach. Sessions involve practical steps alongside listening to personal meaning.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience in counselling and related settings.
What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different routines and needs.
How are costs and booking handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; to start you complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a time.
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