Dorcas Upshall, BACP
- Stress and anxiety support
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Flexible online sessions
About Dorcas Upshall
Her approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns, changing behaviours that no longer serve the client, and processing troubling memories so that people can develop greater emotional confidence and practical coping tools. Central to her work is the trusting relationship she builds with each person - a therapeutic connection where clients can try new strategies and learn to manage challenges with more ease.
Dorcas brings a varied professional background to her practice, including roles in domestic abuse services, women’s centres, pastoral care in schools, LGBTQ+ charities, and addiction and recovery work. She is kink-aware and comfortable working with a range of relationship structures, and has experience in adult and young person special needs settings. In addition to clinical work, she spent over ten years teaching, and has learned from every client and student about human resilience and the many ways people navigate difficulties.
She is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her commitment to ongoing professional standards and development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dorcas Upshall have?
Dorcas Upshall has 3 years of professional experience.
Is Dorcas Upshall a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds membership with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Dorcas Upshall provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dorcas Upshall located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Dorcas Upshall as my therapist?
You can work with Dorcas Upshall through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dorcas Upshall work with international clients?
Yes, Dorcas Upshall works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dorcas Upshall 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 to help 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
Client-Centered Therapy offers a warm, non-directive space where the therapist follows the client's lead, helping people explore their feelings and values to build self-understanding and confidence. This approach is often helpful for issues like self-esteem, life changes, and relationship concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It provides practical tools for managing anxiety, mood difficulties, and stress by teaching strategies to challenge patterns that maintain distress.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) works with the idea that a person has different internal parts, each with its own feelings and roles. By gently mapping and dialoguing with those parts, people can resolve internal conflicts and find more balance, which can be useful for trauma responses, shame, and complicated emotional reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dorcas will work collaboratively with each person to select methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors sessions so that therapeutic work feels relevant and achievable.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from a distance, and fit therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt methods to an online setting.