Barry Dolan , NCPS

Barry Dolan is a counsellor who has been practicing since March 2020 and has accumulated five years of experience working across private practice, schools, and CAMHS. He brings an integrative approach to his work, blending techniques from different therapeutic models to meet each client's needs and preferences. Barry trained at Writtle University/College in Chelmsford, Essex, and holds a Prof Dip Psy C - a Level 5 professional diploma in counselling - as well as the NCPS credential.

He specialises in supporting people with anxiety, depression, addiction, experiences of abuse, confidence building, and broader health and wellbeing concerns. His practice focuses on practical, collaborative work that aims to help clients identify patterns, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. Barry offers information about his services on his website, which is linked in his profile, and remains committed to tailoring his methods to the individual circumstances and goals of each person he sees.

With a background that includes both educational settings and clinical work in CAMHS, Barry combines lived experience from diverse environments with formal training to support children, adolescents, and adults. He emphasizes an approachable, integrative style that draws on multiple evidence-informed techniques to address presenting concerns and promote wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches in online practice

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a values-focused approach that helps people clarify what matters to them and take committed action despite difficult thoughts or feelings; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns by teaching practical strategies to reframe thoughts and build coping skills, which can be helpful for mood, anxiety, and stress-related concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relational patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses, making it useful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and trauma-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Barry Dolan works collaboratively with clients to explore which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time so therapy stays relevant and effective. Clients are involved in choosing priorities and shaping the pace of work.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing people to access licensed professionals from different locations and on schedules that suit them. This variety of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions during busy periods, and work with a therapist whose style and expertise match the client's needs.