- Person‑led approach
- Focus on coping skills
- BACP registered
About Donna
Donna Mcallister is a counsellor who uses practical talking therapy to help people manage stress and emotional overwhelm. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Counselling (HONS) and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Donna draws on three years of professional experience and offers steady, respectful support as people navigate difficult moments.
In sessions she focuses on building a trusting relationship first. That makes it easier to talk about anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and self‑esteem. She also helps people facing life changes, long‑term health or pain challenges, caregiver strain, and work or career pressures.
Her way of working mixes several straightforward approaches. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters most and take small steps towards it. Attachment‑based and client‑centred methods keep the conversation person‑led and grounded in real relationship patterns.
Donna also supports people dealing with addictions, ADHD, body image, intimacy issues, and aspects of sexuality and kink. She pays attention to the practical side of coping - sleep, eating, and daily routines - alongside feelings and memories.
The initial step is simple: use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and arrange sessions according to the therapist's schedule. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
In sessions she focuses on building a trusting relationship first. That makes it easier to talk about anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and self‑esteem. She also helps people facing life changes, long‑term health or pain challenges, caregiver strain, and work or career pressures.
Her way of working mixes several straightforward approaches. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters most and take small steps towards it. Attachment‑based and client‑centred methods keep the conversation person‑led and grounded in real relationship patterns.
Donna also supports people dealing with addictions, ADHD, body image, intimacy issues, and aspects of sexuality and kink. She pays attention to the practical side of coping - sleep, eating, and daily routines - alongside feelings and memories.
The initial step is simple: use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and arrange sessions according to the therapist's schedule. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion 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 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 concernsNarcissismObsessions, 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 phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyImago Relationship TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches work in online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice what matters to them and take small, values‑led steps even when feelings are difficult. It can be useful for chronic stress, low mood, and the ongoing impact of health challenges.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical techniques to reduce anxiety, improve sleep and change unhelpful patterns. This approach often suits people who want structured tools to manage symptoms.
Attachment‑based and client‑centred work keeps the relationship between counsellor and client central. That creates space to look at how early patterns affect current relationships and day‑to‑day coping.
Finding the right approach tends to be collaborative. The therapist will talk with the person about what feels most useful, try different ways of working, and agree on goals together rather than imposing a single method.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around family, work or medical appointments and reducing travel time. Online work can also make it easier to have shorter check‑ins or to meet at times that suit a care routine. Confirm the current session options before booking so arrangements match personal needs and daily life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Donna help with?
She works with stress, anxiety and depression and related issues such as grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, ADHD and body image.
What style of therapy does she use?
Sessions draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment‑based and client‑centred approaches to keep work practical and person‑focused.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
Donna has three years of professional counselling experience working with a range of emotional and life difficulties.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Counselling (HONS) and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does accept international clients as part of her practice.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; costs vary by location and the therapist's scheduling choices.
How do I begin working with Donna?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.