Patricia O'Neill, NCPS

Patricia O'Neill is an accredited counsellor in the United Kingdom who lives and practices in Northern Ireland, bringing 15 years of professional experience to her work. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification that reflects her training and commitment to the field. Over the course of her career she has supported people dealing with addictions, anxiety, trauma, depression, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties, using practical strategies and compassionate support to help clients move toward their goals.

Having grown up in Ireland during the ongoing conflict, Patricia brings a personal understanding of how prolonged stress and traumatic events can affect mental health, which informs her approach when working with post-traumatic stress. She has also worked with individuals through workplace Employee Assistance Programmes, assisting them to address personal and work-related challenges and to find constructive ways forward.

Patricia fosters an open, nonjudgmental environment in which thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. She emphasizes empowerment and collaboration, helping people identify realistic steps for change and build confidence as they pursue a more fulfilling life. Her practice integrates client-centered principles with practical therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs.

Approaches That Guide Online Therapy Sessions

Patricia integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and respect, creating a space where clients lead the conversation while the therapist offers support and reflection; this approach is helpful for building self-esteem and exploring personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with addictive patterns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patricia works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best. She will discuss goals, preferences and responses to different techniques, adjusting the plan as needed so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Patricia is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options allow people to receive consistent care from licensed professionals while fitting sessions into busy lives, making it easier to maintain progress and access support from wherever is most convenient.