David O'Hara, NCPS
- Person-centred approach
- Neurodivergent-affirming practice
- LGB-friendly support
About David O'Hara
David works from a Person-Centred Therapy foundation - a non-directive model built on empathy, authenticity, and acceptance. He aims to create an accepting therapeutic relationship rather than to judge, label, or 'fix'. In sessions he listens alongside the person seeking help, offering space to explore thoughts, feelings, and life events at the client’s pace. He holds NCPS, a professional credential, which reflects his accredited standing in the field.
Therapy with David is collaborative; he trusts that people are the experts in their own lives and seeks to support reconnection with self-trust, direction, and clarity. His practice is neurodivergent-affirming, LGB-friendly, and trauma-aware. He has particular experience supporting adults with addiction and substance use, anxiety and depression, low self-esteem or feelings of being lost, neurodivergence, and LGB identities. David focuses on helping people find greater grounding, empowerment, and ease in their day-to-day lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does David O'Hara have?
David O'Hara has five years of post-qualification experience in counselling, alongside more than fifteen years working in mental health settings.
Is David O'Hara a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the NCPS credential.
In which languages does David O'Hara provide therapy?
David provides therapy in English.
Where is David O'Hara located?
David is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with David O'Hara as my therapist?
You can work with David through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does David O'Hara work with international clients?
David O'Hara does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with David O'Hara 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 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Client-Centred Care Delivered Online
David offers Client-Centred Therapy, a non-directive approach that emphasises empathy, authenticity, and acceptance. This method gives people space to explore feelings and experiences at their own pace and is helpful for issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and transitions in life. He also works with a trauma-aware stance, which means sessions are paced to respect a person’s history and to support recovery from complex or long-standing difficulties including addiction and attachment-related struggles.
Choosing the right therapeutic way of working is part of the process. David approaches this collaboratively - he listens to each person's needs, goals, and preferences and helps decide which style of work fits best. The aim is to find an approach that feels supportive and practical for the individual.
Online therapy with David is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility around work, family, or mobility constraints. These options support continuity of care and make it easier to attend sessions from different locations, helping people access registered professionals in a way that fits their routines and commitments.