Barry Dolan , NCPS
Compassionate counsellor for anxiety and addiction
- Anxiety and addiction
- Attachment-informed care
- Online sessions available
About Barry Dolan
Barry Dolan is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who has been practicing since March 2020 and brings five years of clinical experience. He has worked in private practice and in schools, and is currently working in CAMHS, where he has continued to build practical skills supporting young people and families. Barry trained in counselling at Writtle University/College in Chelmsford, Essex, and holds NCPS as well as a professional diploma in counselling at level 5, reflecting postgraduate-level study in the field.
Barry uses an integrative approach that blends evidence-informed methods to meet each person's needs. He specialises in areas such as anxiety and depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and confidence building, grief, relationship and family issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting concerns, and a broad range of other emotional and behavioural challenges. His work also encompasses support for LGBT clients, intimacy-related issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, career transitions, and compassion fatigue, among other focuses.
Barry aims to create a collaborative therapeutic space where clients can explore goals and develop practical coping strategies. He maintains a professional website with more information linked from his profile. He is not accepting new clients at this time, though his background includes work with international clients.
Barry uses an integrative approach that blends evidence-informed methods to meet each person's needs. He specialises in areas such as anxiety and depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and confidence building, grief, relationship and family issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting concerns, and a broad range of other emotional and behavioural challenges. His work also encompasses support for LGBT clients, intimacy-related issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, career transitions, and compassion fatigue, among other focuses.
Barry aims to create a collaborative therapeutic space where clients can explore goals and develop practical coping strategies. He maintains a professional website with more information linked from his profile. He is not accepting new clients at this time, though his background includes work with international clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Barry Dolan have?
Barry Dolan has five years of experience as a counsellor, having worked since March 2020 in private practice, schools, and in CAMHS.
Is Barry Dolan a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the NCPS credential and a level 5 professional diploma in counselling.
In which languages does Barry Dolan provide therapy?
Barry provides therapy in English.
Where is Barry Dolan located?
Barry is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Barry Dolan as my therapist?
You can work with Barry Dolan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Barry Dolan work with international clients?
Yes. Barry works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Barry Dolan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrative approaches for online support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and develop practical skills to act in line with their values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and situations involving avoidance or uncertainty.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current ways of relating. It can help people working through trust, intimacy, abandonment, and family or relationship patterns by exploring emotional bonds and building more secure connections.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and learning concrete strategies to change them. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday coping challenges.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Barry draws on these methods in an integrative way and collaborates with each person to tailor techniques to their goals, needs, and preferences so the work feels practical and personally meaningful.
Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity across time zones, and access licensed professionals from different locations while focusing on progress and practical support.