Donna Lemaitre, BACP
Person-centred counsellor for trauma and change
- Person-centred therapy
- Trauma and grief support
- Online and phone sessions
About Donna Lemaitre
Donna Lemaitre is an experienced integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), bringing eight years of practice to her work in private practice. She holds a certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling, reflecting specific training in remote therapeutic delivery, and is undertaking further advanced training in psychotherapeutic and integrative counselling to deepen her skills.
Donna has completed numerous continuing professional development courses in areas such as trauma, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, and self-acceptance, with a focus on improving low self-esteem and building confidence. Her practice blends a person-centred foundation with techniques drawn from psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural approaches, and she adopts trauma-informed and culturally informed ways of working to tailor therapy to each person’s needs.
She emphasises a warm, empathetic, non-judgemental space where clients lead the pace of exploration, since she believes the individual is the expert in their own life. Donna supports clients to develop insight, increase self-awareness, and build practical confidence, helping them make sense of their experiences and find a way forward that feels right for them.
Donna’s background includes volunteer roles with a mental health charity, supporting people with depression, anxiety, abuse, stress, anger, PTSD, low self-esteem and other life challenges, and three years as a bereavement support volunteer at a hospice. She recognises that grief can arise from many forms of loss and life transition. Having been a therapy client herself, Donna values the transformative potential of counselling and welcomes conversations about whether working together feels like a good fit.
Donna has completed numerous continuing professional development courses in areas such as trauma, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, and self-acceptance, with a focus on improving low self-esteem and building confidence. Her practice blends a person-centred foundation with techniques drawn from psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural approaches, and she adopts trauma-informed and culturally informed ways of working to tailor therapy to each person’s needs.
She emphasises a warm, empathetic, non-judgemental space where clients lead the pace of exploration, since she believes the individual is the expert in their own life. Donna supports clients to develop insight, increase self-awareness, and build practical confidence, helping them make sense of their experiences and find a way forward that feels right for them.
Donna’s background includes volunteer roles with a mental health charity, supporting people with depression, anxiety, abuse, stress, anger, PTSD, low self-esteem and other life challenges, and three years as a bereavement support volunteer at a hospice. She recognises that grief can arise from many forms of loss and life transition. Having been a therapy client herself, Donna values the transformative potential of counselling and welcomes conversations about whether working together feels like a good fit.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Donna Lemaitre have?
Donna has eight years of experience as a practising counsellor.
Is Donna Lemaitre a registered therapist?
Yes. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages does Donna Lemaitre provide therapy?
Donna provides therapy in English.
Where is Donna Lemaitre located?
Donna is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Donna Lemaitre as my therapist?
You can work with Donna through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Donna Lemaitre work with international clients?
Yes. Donna works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Donna Lemaitre 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 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
Donna integrates Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Attachment-Based Therapy into her online work. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an empathic, non-judgemental space where the person’s experience is central and self-directed growth is encouraged - it is especially helpful for building self-esteem and confidence. CBT offers structured ways to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which is useful for anxiety, stress, and mood difficulties. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and attachment history to help with intimacy, abandonment concerns, and relational difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Donna works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts techniques to each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, and the plan can evolve as therapy progresses.
Online therapy with Donna is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility around timing and location. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, allow access for those at a distance, and support ongoing continuity of care with registered professionals and therapists working remotely.