Counsellor profile
Barry Dolan , NCPS
Counsellor - anxiety and addiction focus
See online counselling options- Anxiety and depression
- Addiction support
- Attachment work
About Barry
Counsellor Barry Dolan is a member of NCPS and has five years' experience working in private practice and in school settings. He also works in CAMHS and says he specialises in anxiety, depression, addiction, confidence building and health and wellbeing.
Barry keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He uses a mix of approaches and adapts them to what a person brings. He aims to help people talk things through, build coping skills and find clearer ways to manage daily stress.
His training was completed at Writtle University College in Chelmsford, Essex, ending with a Professional Diploma in Psychology and Counselling at level 5. The NCPS listing is the credential shown on his profile.
Barry describes his style as integrative. He draws on methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Attachment work and Client-Centred ways of working. He says this mix lets him focus on thoughts, emotions and relationships where needed.
He works with a wide range of concerns including grief, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting stress and career questions. He also lists additional focus areas like adoption and foster care, chronic illness and caregiver stress.
People can expect direct, clear conversations about what is causing difficulty and practical steps to try between sessions. To start he asks people to use the online matching and booking process linked from his profile so a first appointment can be scheduled.
Therapeutic approaches used in online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting carried away by them and then choose actions that reflect their priorities. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and problems with motivation.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical strategies to change patterns that cause distress. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression and stress management.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try. That plan can change if something does not feel helpful and the client has a say in each step.
Confirm the session formats with the profile before booking. Different therapists and services offer different ways to meet, so check which formats are available for scheduling. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week and to have shorter check-ins when that suits. They also reduce travel time and mean quieter surroundings or no need to be on camera when that helps with concentration.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He lists stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self-esteem and depression among his main areas. He also works with trauma, relationship and intimacy issues and ADHD.
How does he work in sessions?
He describes an integrative, practical approach that mixes different methods. Sessions focus on talking things through and developing coping skills.
What is his professional background?
He trained at Writtle University College and holds a Professional Diploma in Psychology and Counselling at level 5. He has five years' experience including work in schools and CAMHS.
Which credential does he hold?
He is listed with NCPS, which is the credential shown on his profile.
Can I have sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He accepts international clients as noted on his profile.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin booking a first appointment?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.