Ann O' Sullivan, BACP

Ann O' Sullivan, BACP, helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction and grief. She works with adults facing relationship strain, workplace pressure, low self‑esteem and life changes. Her approach focuses on understanding thoughts and everyday habits that keep problems going, and on building practical coping skills to make day‑to‑day life easier.

She frames therapy around the idea that each person knows their own story. Sessions are collaborative and non‑judgemental. Ann uses clear tools from cognitive and person‑centred ways of working to help reduce intrusive thoughts, panic and low mood.

With four years of professional experience in the UK and a BACP affiliation, she combines structured techniques with a supportive listening style. That mix aims to both explain the patterns behind difficulties and offer simple steps to change them. Ann pays attention to how thinking and habits link to feelings and behaviour.

She has particular experience supporting people with addiction and related issues, and has worked extensively with grief, anxiety and complex family situations. In practical terms she helps people explore causes, try small changes and learn relapse‑prevention strategies where relevant.

Sessions tend to include goal setting, thought‑checking exercises and making short‑term plans that fit real life. The focus is on useful, manageable actions rather than long lectures. People seeking help are guided through options and supported as they try new ways of managing day‑to‑day challenges.

Approaches that focus on thoughts and change

Client‑Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens carefully and follows the client's lead to build understanding and self‑trust, which can help with low mood and relationship strain.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and habits keep problems going. It uses practical exercises and short plans to reduce anxiety, panic, intrusive thoughts and unhelpful behaviours.

Emotionally‑Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people understand and name strong emotions and the patterns that follow. It can be useful where feelings and attachment shape how someone responds in relationships and stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try techniques and adjust the plan as needed. Decisions are made together based on what helps most for the client's day‑to‑day life.

If you are considering online work, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Confirming formats lets you pick the most practical option for your routine. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check‑in sessions when needed, and remove travel time so sessions feel more manageable.