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Ann O' Sullivan, BACP

Strengths-based therapist for addiction and anxiety
  • CBT and person-centred
  • Addiction and bereavement support
  • Flexible online sessions

About Ann O' Sullivan

Ann O' Sullivan is a UK-licensed counsellor with 4 years of professional experience who takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach to therapy. She believes people are the experts in their own stories and works alongside clients to identify strengths and develop practical strategies for change. Ann holds a CBT Practitioner Diploma (Level 5) and a Person-Centred Practitioner Diploma (Level 5), and is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Her practice blends structured, evidence-informed cognitive behavioural techniques with person-centred principles to offer supportive, goal-focused sessions designed to address unhelpful thoughts and patterns that affect wellbeing.

She provides a non-judgemental space where adults can work to reduce anxiety, stress, low mood, intrusive thoughts and other emotional difficulties. She works with people facing addictions, including alcoholism and substance dependence, and supports those coping with bereavement, complex family dynamics, relationship challenges and life transitions. Additional focus areas include communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, hoarding, isolation and loneliness, obsessive-compulsive behaviours, panic and phobias, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, process addictions, self-esteem and career issues, social anxiety and workplace difficulties.

Ann aims to help clients build practical coping tools, increase confidence and create lasting positive change through collaborative planning and tailored therapeutic work.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsGriefCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ann O' Sullivan have?

Ann O' Sullivan has 4 years of professional experience.

Is Ann O' Sullivan a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).

In which languages does Ann O' Sullivan provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Ann O' Sullivan located?

Ann O' Sullivan is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Ann O' Sullivan as my therapist?

Clients can work with Ann O' Sullivan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ann O' Sullivan work with international clients?

Ann O' Sullivan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ann O' Sullivan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled 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. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Ann uses Client-Centred Therapy to create a respectful, empathetic environment that helps people explore their feelings and values - this approach supports self-understanding and personal growth when facing life changes, relationship difficulties or low self-esteem. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured method that helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours; CBT can be particularly effective for anxiety, panic, phobias, obsessive patterns and low mood. When appropriate, elements of Emotionally-Focused Therapy are used to help people and couples recognise and work with strong emotions to improve connection and communication.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Ann works with each client to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting sessions over time so the work remains practical and relevant. Registered professionals and therapists often blend techniques to suit individual situations.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and clients may also use live chat or text-based messaging when that format better suits their routine. These options make it easier to schedule regular sessions, access support from home or work, and maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult, while still focusing on meaningful therapeutic progress.

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