Danielle (Dani) O'Connor, NCPS

UK counsellor for trauma, relationships, and anxiety

Stress and anxiety
Relationship support
Trauma and grief

About Danielle (Dani) O'Connor

Danielle (Dani) O'Connor is a UK-based counsellor with three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and grief. She centers her practice on the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that patients already possess strengths that can be mobilized to face difficult moments. Dani approaches the first steps toward change with respect and encouragement, recognizing the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life.

Clients can expect a warm, welcoming space where emotions and experiences can be explored without judgment. Dani aims to empower individuals to build on their existing resources and to develop new strategies for coping and growth. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional qualification that reflects training and competence in counselling and mental health support. Dani offers supportive guidance to help people navigate the issues that brought them to therapy and to work toward meaningful, sustainable change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Grief Self esteem

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changesCompassion 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 issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, 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 phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually 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) Existential Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Danielle (Dani) O'Connor have?

Danielle (Dani) O'Connor has 3 years of professional experience as a counsellor.

Is Danielle (Dani) O'Connor a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the NCPS credential. No additional license details were provided.

In which languages does Danielle (Dani) O'Connor provide therapy?

Danielle (Dani) O'Connor provides therapy in English.

Where is Danielle (Dani) O'Connor located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Danielle (Dani) O'Connor as my therapist?

You can work with Danielle (Dani) O'Connor through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Danielle (Dani) O'Connor work with international clients?

Yes, Danielle (Dani) O'Connor works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Danielle (Dani) O'Connor 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 with therapy 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.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and focuses on identifying personal values and taking committed steps toward a meaningful life - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships that form early in life and explores how those patterns affect current connections and intimacy; it is often helpful for relationship challenges, attachment issues, and trauma-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and teaches practical skills to manage symptoms and adjust unhelpful thinking - it is commonly used for anxiety, low mood, and coping with change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative approach helps tailor sessions so tools and strategies feel relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, to connect from different locations, and to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.

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