- Focused on practical steps
- Respectful and sensitive
- BACP accreditation
About Kevin
Kevin O'Donnell is a counsellor who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He works with each person respectfully and with sensitivity. He aims to tailor conversations and plans to the needs of the individual.
Kevin has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation, which he uses as a framework for practice. He focuses on practical steps for managing difficult feelings and building motivation and confidence. Sessions are designed to help people notice patterns and try small, manageable changes.
His approach is straightforward and collaborative. He listens, asks about what matters most, and adapts the pace to the person in front of him. He emphasises clear goals and revisits them as progress is made or new issues arise.
Kevin also works with concerns related to abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and other co-morbidity issues. He aims to keep practical skills at the centre of work, alongside space to talk about painful events and difficult memories.
People can expect a compassionate, down-to-earth style that focuses on building strengths and coping tools. He encourages clients to take small steps toward change and offers steady support through that process.
Kevin has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation, which he uses as a framework for practice. He focuses on practical steps for managing difficult feelings and building motivation and confidence. Sessions are designed to help people notice patterns and try small, manageable changes.
His approach is straightforward and collaborative. He listens, asks about what matters most, and adapts the pace to the person in front of him. He emphasises clear goals and revisits them as progress is made or new issues arise.
Kevin also works with concerns related to abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and other co-morbidity issues. He aims to keep practical skills at the centre of work, alongside space to talk about painful events and difficult memories.
People can expect a compassionate, down-to-earth style that focuses on building strengths and coping tools. He encourages clients to take small steps toward change and offers steady support through that process.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Kevin uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One common approach is behavioural activation, which encourages small, planned actions to lift mood and rebuild daily routines; this helps when depression has reduced motivation. Another is trauma-informed dialogue, which offers careful, paced conversations about painful events while building coping skills for managing intense feelings.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and will adjust methods as progress is tracked. This collaborative way makes it easier to try something and change it if it does not fit.
Online therapy can make it simpler to fit sessions around life, for example by reducing travel time and allowing appointments during breaks or after work. It can also make shorter check-ins or telephone conversations possible when that suits someone's energy or bandwidth. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the current options before booking to know what will work best for everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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 concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
See below
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does Kevin help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He also works on related areas such as abandonment, attachment issues, and caregiver stress.
How does he approach therapy?
His style is collaborative and down-to-earth. He listens, sets clear goals, and uses practical steps to help people manage symptoms and build confidence.
What is his background and experience?
Kevin has three years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom. His practice focuses on hands-on strategies alongside time to process difficult experiences.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.