Deirdre MacNamara, BACP
Deirdre MacNamara is a BACP counsellor who helps people manage depression, anxiety and life changes.
About Deirdre
Deirdre MacNamara is a BACP counsellor who helps people manage depression, anxiety and life changes. She writes plainly and listens closely, aiming to make sessions feel approachable for someone who is worried or unsure. She works in the United Kingdom and draws on five years of direct counselling experience.
Deirdre meets people where they are and focuses on simple, practical steps that fit daily life. She often uses mindfulness and acceptance techniques to help with stress, low mood and coping with difficult events.
Background and approach
Sessions also look at relationships, grief, anger and self-esteem when these affect mood and day-to-day functioning. Her background includes work in community health, education and independent practice. That variety means she has spoken with people across different life stages about long-term illness, caregiving strain, and first responder stress.
The emphasis in sessions is on warmth, respect and understanding of each person's cultural context. Deirdre aims to create a calm space to talk through painful memories, difficult decisions or feelings that feel overwhelming. She draws on client-centred principles to offer honest, empathetic listening and collaborative goal-setting.
Practical exercises and mindfulness practices are used where they help with specific symptoms. People who choose her often want a straightforward approach that balances emotional support with small, achievable changes. She supports work on eating concerns, forgiveness, self-love and purpose alongside core issues like depression and trauma.
The process is paced to suit each person and their daily responsibilities.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 393918 | January 2027 |
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 Deirdre works with
Everything Deirdre lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
Approaches Deirdre lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness 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
Choosing the right approach is part of the process and is done together. The counsellor will discuss your goals, preferences and daily life, then try methods that fit your needs. Sessions can be adapted over time so the work stays relevant and manageable.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions work well for shorter check-ins or lower bandwidth, and messaging can suit those who prefer writing or need brief, regular contact. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or medical appointments while keeping the focus on practical strategies and emotional support.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Deirdre help with?
She supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and trauma, and also helps with grief, anger, eating concerns and low self-esteem.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm and client-centred, using mindfulness and emotion-focused ideas to help people talk through feelings and set small goals.
What experience does she have in counselling?
She has five years of direct counselling experience across community health, educational and independent practice settings.
What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?
She is BACP registered and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are available for online sessions?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone appointments, live chat or text-based messaging.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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