Keelan Donohue, BACP

Keelan Donohue is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and issues with self-esteem. He supports those coping with major life changes, relationship and family concerns, and works with clients experiencing trauma, anger, eating issues and ADHD. Keelan uses a person-focused approach that centres the client’s experience in every session.

Keelan practices from the ideas behind Person Centred Theory, often called client-centred work. He aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can talk through what matters to them. He does not direct the client’s path or give advice; instead he listens and reflects so people can find their own next steps.

Across five years in counselling and psychotherapy roles, Keelan has worked with adults and children in varied settings. That background has helped him support issues such as attachment concerns, body image and isolation, as well as chronic pain, illness and disability. He also brings awareness to topics like domestic violence, guilt, shame and impulsivity.

Keelan is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and describes his practice in plain, everyday terms. Sessions are conducted in English and his practice is located in the United Kingdom.

If someone is unsure where to begin, Keelan encourages a short initial matching process to identify priorities and decide how to proceed. He describes therapy as a shared process of listening and discovery, taken one step at a time.

How client-centred work fits with online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor. It involves open listening, reflecting back what is said and trusting people to know their own needs. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, grief and challenges around self-esteem because it prioritises the client's experience and pace.

Keelan uses the person-focused ethos to create space for people to find their own ways forward rather than giving direction or advice. In practice this means the counsellor will ask about goals and preferences and work alongside the client to shape sessions. Deciding which methods to try is collaborative and based on what the client wants to achieve.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session formats available before booking. Many people find online work helps them fit counselling into busy days, keeps check-ins short when needed, and makes it easier to attend from different locations. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt client-centred methods for remote sessions so conversations still feel focused and personal. Keelan will discuss practical arrangements during the initial matching step to find a way of working that fits your routine and aims.