Ann O' Sullivan, BACP

Ann O' Sullivan is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, relationship strain and low self-esteem. She works with adults on challenges like coping with life changes, workplace issues and LGBT concerns. Ann uses straightforward, practical support to help people manage thoughts and behaviours that get in the way of day-to-day life.

Ann describes clients as the experts in their own story and builds on existing strengths. She trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and in Person-Centred practice at Level 5, and she is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Her work focuses on helping people develop coping tools and greater confidence.

Sessions combine structured techniques and a supportive, non-judgemental space. That might mean looking at unhelpful thinking patterns, trying small behavioural changes, or reflecting on how past events shape current feelings. The aim is practical change rather than labels.

Ann has four years of professional experience and a longer background supporting people with addiction and bereavement. She also draws on earlier work in children's residential settings to understand complex family dynamics and communication problems.

People come to Ann for help with panic and phobias, obsessive thoughts, process addictions, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, and isolation. The focus is on clear, manageable steps towards better day-to-day functioning and emotional balance.

How her approaches shape online counselling

Client-Centred practice focuses on the person rather than labels. It means the counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said and follows the client's pace to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together and offers simple exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, panic, phobias and intrusive thoughts.

Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will explore your goals, preferences and what feels most useful, then adapt methods accordingly. That way sessions stay collaborative and grounded in what you want to achieve.

If you are considering online therapy, check the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling around daily life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the counsellor about what will work for you and how to make sessions fit into your routine.