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Kevin O'Donnell

Therapist

Kevin O'Donnell

BACP

United Kingdom · 3+ years of experience

Practical support for stress and recovery

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Trauma informed

About Kevin

Kevin O'Donnell is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He holds BACP accreditation, which is listed as his professional credential. Kevin writes in straightforward terms and aims to make the first step into therapy as simple as possible for worried parents and individuals.

Kevin uses a conversational, respectful style in sessions. He listens first and tailors the conversations and plans to what each person needs. Sessions focus on practical ways to reduce anxiety, build confidence and address addictive patterns. He keeps explanations plain and offers step-by-step ideas people can try between meetings.

He has three years of professional experience in the UK and works with a wide range of concerns. His work also touches on issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiving stress, chronic illness and disability, autism and attachment matters. Kevin is comfortable discussing sexual diversity topics including BDSM and kink in a nonjudgemental way.

Kevin aims to support and empower people making life changes. He emphasises collaboration and gradual progress rather than quick fixes. His approach suits those who want clear direction and practical tools alongside empathic listening.

If you are thinking about therapy, Kevin invites you to consider whether a straightforward, supportive style would help you or your family member cope better with daily stress and emotional challenges.

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Areas of expertise

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

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Step 3

Approaches that guide online work and choice

Kevin uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach involves structured conversations that help identify triggers and develop coping steps to reduce anxiety and manage stress. This kind of work is useful for people who want clear, actionable ideas to use between sessions.

Another approach emphasises exploring past experiences related to trauma, attachment or abandonment to understand current patterns. Sessions of this type aim to make sense of feelings and to build safer ways of relating and reacting over time, which can help with low self-esteem and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to decide which method fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. That may mean trying a straightforward skills-based path first, or focusing more on past experience and emotional processing depending on what helps most.

Practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and fewer travel demands, which can make it simpler to keep regular appointments. Online work can also make it quicker to have shorter check-ins when needed, or to fit sessions into a busy week. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the current options before booking so you know what will work best for your circumstances.

Step 4

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kevin work with?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Additional areas include abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, autism-related concerns, and some personality and attachment issues.

How would you describe his therapy style?

Sessions are conversational and practical. Kevin listens, then tailors a plan with clear steps to try between meetings.

What experience does he bring?

He has three years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom and uses that time to inform a straightforward, supportive approach.

What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the provider before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

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?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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