Connor O'Donnell

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief and bereavement
• Self esteem issues

About Connor

Connor O'Donnell works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression and people coping with big life changes using a person-centred approach. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has three years' experience in the field.

He presents counselling as a shared process and treats clients as experts on their own lives. Sessions are a place to talk through what is happening, at a pace the client chooses. Connor will offer observations when something seems important and invite discussion about whether it feels relevant.

He has experience working with bereavement services and a charity supporting carers, which has shaped his work with loss and caring responsibilities. Connor also works with issues linked to ageing, chronic illness and disability, and some personality and communication difficulties.

In session he pays attention to the way people relate to one another, noting that interactions in counselling can reflect wider relationships. When misunderstandings occur, he explores them as part of the process rather than avoiding them. He checks in regularly about how the work is going and whether any adjustments are needed.

Connor aims to offer steady, thoughtful listening while staying curious about what matters to the client. He encourages prospective clients to read about different therapy types, so they can pick an approach that feels right for them.

How Connor uses person-centred work online

Connor practices person-centred therapy, which means the counsellor listens closely and follows what matters to the client. This approach helps with stress, grief, low mood and life changes by focusing on the client's perspective and pacing sessions around their needs.

He also pays attention to the relationship in the session and how it may reflect other relationships in the client's life. Noticing interactions and misunderstandings can help clarify patterns and improve how someone talks about difficult experiences.

Finding the right way of working is collaborative. Connor will check in about how sessions feel and adjust the approach based on the client's goals and preferences. He discusses what helps most and changes course if something is not working.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling around day-to-day life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth alternatives by offering flexible ways to connect.

Topics Connor lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Aging and geriatric issues
• Autism and Asperger Syndrome
• Avoidant personality
• Cancer
• Caregiver issues and stress
• Chronic pain, illness, and disability
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
• Dissociation
• Divorce and separation
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Hospice and end-of-life counselling
• Impulsivity
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Men's issues
• Midlife crisis
• Money and financial issues
• Polyamory and non-monogamous relationships
• Prejudice and discrimination
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy

Questions about Connor

Does he work with anxiety and stress?

Yes. He lists stress and anxiety among his main areas of work and uses a person-centred approach to talk through what is causing distress.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He practises person-centred therapy, which focuses on listening, reflecting and following what the client brings to the session.

How much experience does he have?

He has three years' experience working as a counsellor and has worked with a bereavement service and a carers' charity.

Is he registered with a professional body in the UK?

Yes. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he see international clients?

No. He does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start with him?

Click the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.