- Calm practical approach
- Focus on sleep and stress
- BACP registered counsellor
About Donna
Donna Mcallister is a counsellor who uses straightforward, practical talking therapy to help people manage stress, anxiety and sleep problems. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Counselling (HONS) and is registered with the BACP. Donna’s style is calm and direct and she aims to make first steps feel manageable for people who are worried or overwhelmed.
Donna has three years of professional practice. She focuses on common difficulties such as low mood, burnout and relationship strain. She also supports people working through grief, addiction concerns, identity and intimacy-related issues, and those coping with life changes.
In sessions she encourages clients to talk through what matters most to them. She builds a working relationship based on trust and respect and helps people name what is causing distress. Conversations are practical and rooted in everyday problems rather than jargon-heavy explanations.
Donna draws on a mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Attachment-based and Client-Centred work. She adapts methods to each person’s needs and focuses on simple tools that can be used between sessions.
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. The first step is choosing the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session according to availability. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches that suit online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values and take small steps towards a life they value. It uses exercises and simple mindfulness skills to reduce avoidance and increase meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on practical ways to spot unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that keep problems going. It often uses homework tasks and structured exercises that translate well to remote sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Donna will collaborate with each person to choose methods that suit their goals and preferences. That choice is revisited as therapy progresses so the approach stays practical and relevant.
Confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy lives, make it easier to include short check-ins, or reduce travel time. Others value the ability to do homework between sessions and bring real-life examples to discussions. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises and tools so they work in the context you choose.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
Donna helps people with stress, anxiety, low mood and problems that lead to burnout. She also supports those facing relationship strain, grief, addiction concerns, sleep difficulties and other listed focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and person-focused. Sessions concentrate on talking through feelings, naming what causes distress and using simple tools between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Donna has three years of professional counselling experience working with a range of common mental health and life issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Counselling (HONS) and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border arrangements when booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.