Danielle (Dani) O'Connor, NCPS
UK counsellor for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- LGBT and family
About Danielle (Dani) O'Connor
Danielle (Dani) O'Connor is a UK-based counsellor with three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and grief. She works with clients across a broad range of concerns including self-esteem, addictions, family and intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping challenges, parenting, career pressures, mood conditions such as depression and bipolar, and neurodiverse and attachment-related matters. Dani also offers informed support for topics like adoption and foster care, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, body image, and kink-aware concerns.
Danielle approaches each person as the expert of their own life, building on existing strengths to navigate change and resilience. Her style emphasizes empowerment and collaborative goal-setting, creating a welcoming space to explore difficult feelings and take practical steps toward more fulfilling day-to-day living. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification that reflects formal training and adherence to recognised practice standards in counselling.
Clients seeking a therapist who combines practical therapeutic tools with empathetic, person-focused support may find Danielle's approach helpful as they work through loss, relational shifts, life transitions, or ongoing mental health challenges. She frames therapy as a courageous step toward growth and offers steady support throughout the process.
Danielle approaches each person as the expert of their own life, building on existing strengths to navigate change and resilience. Her style emphasizes empowerment and collaborative goal-setting, creating a welcoming space to explore difficult feelings and take practical steps toward more fulfilling day-to-day living. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification that reflects formal training and adherence to recognised practice standards in counselling.
Clients seeking a therapist who combines practical therapeutic tools with empathetic, person-focused support may find Danielle's approach helpful as they work through loss, relational shifts, life transitions, or ongoing mental health challenges. She frames therapy as a courageous step toward growth and offers steady support throughout the process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
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 issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Danielle (Dani) O'Connor have?
Danielle has three years of professional counselling experience working with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and grief.
Is Danielle (Dani) O'Connor a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential. No additional licence details are provided.
In which languages does Danielle (Dani) O'Connor provide therapy?
Danielle provides therapy in English.
Where is Danielle (Dani) O'Connor located?
Danielle is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Danielle (Dani) O'Connor as my therapist?
Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Please note that Danielle is not currently accepting new clients; availability may change, so prospective clients should check current status before attempting to schedule.
Does Danielle (Dani) O'Connor work with international clients?
Yes. Danielle works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Danielle (Dani) O'Connor cost?
Costs 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 pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is 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 your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging. Keep in mind that Danielle is not currently accepting new clients, so availability may affect the ability to begin work with her.
Therapeutic approaches and support online
Danielle draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values, learn practical ways to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings, and take meaningful action even when emotions feel overwhelming. ACT is useful for people facing anxiety, stress, and life transitions where avoidance has become limiting.Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore relational patterns that stem from early bonds and current relationships. This approach helps clients understand how attachment styles influence intimacy, trust, and conflict, and supports building healthier connections with others.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns that maintain mood and anxiety difficulties. CBT is practical for addressing symptoms related to depression, anxiety, and stress while developing coping skills for everyday challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Danielle works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and preferences. Therapists and licensed professionals often blend techniques to tailor sessions to individual priorities.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to access support from home or while traveling, offering scheduling flexibility and consistent contact when life is busy. These options allow clients to choose the format that best suits their comfort level and practical needs while engaging in meaningful therapeutic work.
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