David O'Hara, NCPS
David O'Hara is a counsellor who helps people dealing with depression, anxiety and stress.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
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About David
David O'Hara is a counsellor who helps people dealing with depression, anxiety and stress. He supports adults feeling stuck, low in self-esteem, struggling with addiction, or going through big life changes. David brings a calm, accepting presence and focuses on building a trusting relationship so people feel heard.
He trained as a counsellor and holds NCPS as a credential. He has five years since qualification working directly as a counsellor and more than fifteen years in mental health roles before that.
Background and approach
His earlier roles included work in care homes, forensic step-down services, and mental health charities. David uses a person-centred way of working. Sessions are non-directive and paced by the client, with an emphasis on empathy and authenticity rather than advice-giving.
He aims to help people reconnect with their own strengths and sense of direction. His background includes supporting adults with complex needs such as addiction, enduring mental health difficulties and personality-related challenges. He describes his practice as neurodivergent-affirming, LGB-friendly, and trauma-aware, and he listens for the ways past experiences shape present coping.
In sessions people can expect a steady, respectful space to talk through feelings and decisions. The work is collaborative - the client’s view of their life shapes the focus. Over time, clients often gain clearer thinking, steadier mood, and increased self-trust.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS22-04576 | November 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.
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Focus areas and approaches
What David works with
Everything David lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches David lists
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Online support
His practice emphasises collaboration. Together the client and counsellor decide what to focus on and which ways of working feel most helpful. The therapist will check in about goals and adapt the approach as needs change, so finding the right fit is part of the process.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls are useful when visual cues help the conversation. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to use a camera. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins, ongoing support between sessions, or times when writing helps organise thoughts.
These formats make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, caregiving or travel. Registered or accredited professionals can offer effective support through these channels while working collaboratively to find the best match for each person.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does David support?
He helps with depression, anxiety, stress and related issues such as addiction, low self-esteem, grief and relationship difficulties.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He works in a person-centred way that focuses on empathy, acceptance and a non-directive pace. Sessions are shaped by the client’s priorities rather than a set agenda.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
David has five years post-qualification counselling experience and over fifteen years working in mental health settings such as care homes and charities.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to the client’s needs.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.
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