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Padraic Devlin, BACP

BACP-accredited counsellor offering Person-Centred and CBT care

  • Person-Centred and CBT
  • 10 years experience
  • LGBTQ+ support

About Padraic Devlin

Padraic Devlin is a BACP-accredited counsellor based in Northern Ireland who has practised since 2015, bringing ten years of professional experience to his therapeutic work. He blends practical techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy - an approach that helps people notice and shift unhelpful thought patterns - with a Person-Centred focus that places the client at the heart of the process and shapes therapy around each individual.

Padraic places strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, believing that a good connection between counsellor and client makes progress more achievable and the path forward easier to walk. He has worked with people facing stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship difficulties, and grief and loss, offering tailored support that reflects each person’s circumstances and goals.

Known for a respectful, sensitive and compassionate manner, he provides a friendly, non-judgemental space and adapts dialogue and treatment plans to meet unique needs. As a BACP-accredited practitioner - BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Padraic aims to support people taking that first important step toward change and to work alongside them through their journey.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGriefAnger management

Also Specializes In

Additional Focus Areas

ForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Padraic Devlin have?

Padraic Devlin has 10 years of professional counselling experience, practising since 2015.

Is Padraic Devlin a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

In which languages does Padraic Devlin provide therapy?

Padraic provides therapy in English.

Where is Padraic Devlin located?

Padraic is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Padraic Devlin as my therapist?

You can work with Padraic through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Padraic Devlin work with international clients?

Yes. Padraic works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Padraic Devlin 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 for Online Practice and Accessibility

Client-Centred Therapy is at the heart of Padraic’s approach and focuses on creating a warm, accepting space where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach supports people who need understanding, empathy, and a collaborative environment to explore relationships, identity, and self-worth. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, offers practical tools to identify and alter unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns; it can be helpful for issues such as anxiety, depression, panic, and stress by teaching coping strategies and new ways of responding to difficult situations. Psychodynamic therapy explores patterns that come from past experiences and relationships and can help people better understand recurring emotions or conflicts that affect current life and relationships.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Padraic works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the plan as therapy progresses so the work remains relevant and effective. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy aligns with each client’s values and circumstances.

Online therapy with Padraic is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide practical flexibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow people to access support from their own environment while working with a registered professional.

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