David O'Hara , BACP

David O'Hara is a United Kingdom based therapist who works with people navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and life changes. He offers a calm, empathetic presence for those dealing with issues such as addiction, grief, trauma, parenting challenges, career concerns, and intimacy-related matters, as well as neurodiverse and mood-related presentations including ADHD and bipolar. He also supports work on communication, life purpose, men's issues, and self-love.

He practices from a client-centered perspective that prioritizes trust, respect, and non-judgemental listening, helping clients clarify values, uncover strengths, and build confidence to meet life’s challenges. Mindfulness is woven into his work, and he adapts practices to suit whether someone is new to mindfulness or already experienced. He describes therapy as a collaborative process that aims to increase self-understanding and practical coping skills.

He has studied psychology for ten years and spent three years at the Bangor Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice, where he trained in approaches such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. His training includes a BSc in Psychology, an MSc in Consumer Psychology, a Certificate in Counselling Skills, a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Mindfulness-Based Approaches. These qualifications inform an integrative approach combining client-centered practice, consumer psychology perspectives, and mindfulness techniques.

He invites people who feel ready to explore change to consider therapy as a way to gain clarity and move toward greater authenticity and resilience.

Client-Centered and Mindful Online Therapy Options

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental environment where the client’s own goals and insights guide the work. This approach is helpful for people seeking greater self-understanding, improved self-esteem, and stronger relationships.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and work with unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour. It is often used to address anxiety, low mood, sleeping difficulties, and practical coping strategies for daily challenges.

Mindfulness Therapy introduces techniques that cultivate present-moment awareness and acceptance, which can reduce reactivity to stress and support emotional regulation. These practices can be tailored for newcomers or those with established mindfulness experience.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, reviewing and adapting the plan as therapy progresses.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility in how and when people engage in therapy. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, fit sessions around work or family commitments, and maintain continuity of care when schedules change.