Donna Rowley , BACP

Donna Rowley is a United Kingdom based therapist with 15 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression. She combines professional knowledge with a compassionate, sensitive manner to create a supportive space where clients can explore their concerns and begin to make change.

Her work is collaborative and tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. Donna listens carefully to understand the history and context of difficulties, and she works with clients to develop a clear treatment plan that aligns with their priorities and pace. She emphasizes practical strategies alongside emotional exploration so people can build new coping skills and regain a sense of direction.

Donna holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her commitment to recognised professional standards in the UK. She approaches every interaction with respect and sensitivity, aiming to support clients through painful transitions and complex challenges.

Beginning therapy can feel like a brave step, and Donna offers steady, compassionate support throughout the process to help people move toward a more meaningful and manageable life.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Support

Donna uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical coping skills and understanding emotional patterns. One common element is skills-based work that helps people build resilience, manage intense emotions, and develop healthier day-to-day routines - useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and ongoing caregiver or health-related strain. Another area of focus is trauma-informed work that explores how past experiences shape current reactions, supporting people affected by trauma, abuse, dissociation, and complex grief to make sense of their history and regain control over their responses. For clients facing addiction, Donna incorporates structured relapse-prevention strategies and motivational support to help reduce harmful behaviours and strengthen long-term recovery goals.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Donna takes a collaborative stance. She will work with each person to identify priorities, trial strategies, and adapt techniques based on progress, needs, and personal preferences so the treatment plan fits the individual rather than the other way around.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging offer flexibility for those balancing work, family, or health constraints. These options make it easier to access regular support from home or wherever it is most convenient, helping people stay consistent with sessions and continue progress even when schedules are busy.