Ann O' Sullivan, BACP
UK therapist specializing in addiction and anxiety
- Addiction and anxiety support
- CBT and person-centered care
- Grief and family focus
About Ann O' Sullivan
Ann O' Sullivan is a UK-licensed therapist with four years of professional practice who brings a focused, strengths-based approach to supporting adults facing addiction, anxiety, bereavement, and complex family issues. She works from the belief that each person is the expert in their own story and that existing strengths can be built on to manage challenges and create meaningful change. Ann holds a BACP accreditation, indicating affiliation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and she has completed Level 5 diplomas as a CBT Practitioner and as a Person-Centred Practitioner - qualifications that reflect advanced practitioner-level training in those approaches.
Her practice uses evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, alongside person-centred methods that prioritise empathic listening and collaboration. In sessions she offers structured techniques for reducing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low mood, and patterns that interfere with daily life, while also creating a warm, non-judgemental space to explore emotional experiences.
Ann places particular emphasis on working with addiction-related difficulties, drawing on long-term experience supporting people affected by substance and process addictions, and on helping clients uncover underlying issues such as trauma or life changes that contribute to addictive behaviour. She also offers counselling for grief, relationship and family strains, self-esteem concerns, workplace stress, and a range of anxiety-related problems. Her practical goals are to help clients develop coping tools, strengthen confidence, and support sustained positive change.
Her practice uses evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, alongside person-centred methods that prioritise empathic listening and collaboration. In sessions she offers structured techniques for reducing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low mood, and patterns that interfere with daily life, while also creating a warm, non-judgemental space to explore emotional experiences.
Ann places particular emphasis on working with addiction-related difficulties, drawing on long-term experience supporting people affected by substance and process addictions, and on helping clients uncover underlying issues such as trauma or life changes that contribute to addictive behaviour. She also offers counselling for grief, relationship and family strains, self-esteem concerns, workplace stress, and a range of anxiety-related problems. Her practical goals are to help clients develop coping tools, strengthen confidence, and support sustained positive change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 four years of professional work experience.
Is Ann O' Sullivan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is licensed in the United Kingdom and holds the BACP credential.
In which languages does Ann O' Sullivan provide therapy?
Ann O' Sullivan provides therapy in English.
Where is Ann O' Sullivan located?
Ann O' Sullivan is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Ann O' Sullivan as my therapist?
You 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 your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Support
Ann uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centred approaches to guide her online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, structured method that helps people identify unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and learn strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, intrusive thoughts, and related difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathic listening and collaboration - the therapist follows the client's lead, helping to build self-understanding, confidence, and personal agency, which can be especially helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Ann works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best suit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time, combining structured CBT tools with person-centred support to match what a client finds most helpful.
Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain regular meetings, try different formats to see what feels most comfortable, and access support from licensed professionals without added travel time, helping therapy fit more naturally into everyday life.