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Bear Donna

NCPS

Bear Donna, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Bear is a NCPS therapist in the UK.

  • 3+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include LGBT, Trauma and abuse
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About Bear

Bear Donna is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom. He holds NCPS and brings three years of professional experience. He offers a calm space where people can begin to talk about what is hard for them without judgement.

He aims to help people take practical steps towards a life that feels more manageable and meaningful. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and what matters most to them. Bear works to build trust so thoughts and feelings can be spoken about openly.

Bear trained as an integrative and Transactional Analysis psychotherapeutic counsellor. Integrative means he draws on several approaches to match what a client needs. Transactional Analysis, often called TA, looks at communication patterns and personal scripts that can shape how someone feels and behaves.

In sessions he uses these tools to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different ways of coping. He can work with issues such as trauma, depression, eating difficulties, anxiety and identity concerns. He also supports people dealing with stress, grief, addiction and relationship struggles.

People who prefer clear, practical conversation may find his style a good fit. He encourages small, realistic changes and works alongside each person at their own pace. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to availability.

Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

NCPS

Languages

English

Focus areas

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Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

How therapeutic approaches work online and in sessions

Transactional Analysis (TA) looks at how people communicate and the life scripts they follow. In plain terms it helps people spot patterns in how they relate and try different ways of interacting to get better outcomes.

Integrative therapy means drawing on several evidence-based techniques to suit the person's needs. That might include gentle skill-building for mood, practical ways to manage anxiety, or conversations about identity and relationships to reduce ongoing stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then try a way of working that fits. If something does not help, it will be adjusted collaboratively to find a better fit.

Confirm the session formats offered before booking because the biography does not list them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around daily life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone choose sessions that suit quieter surroundings or avoid being on camera, depending on what works best for them.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this counsellor help with?

He works with a wide range of difficulties including trauma, depression, eating issues, anxiety, addiction, grief, self-esteem and identity concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses an integrative approach with a strong emphasis on Transactional Analysis, aiming for clear, practical conversation and gradual change.

What background and experience does he have?

He has three years of professional experience and has practised with people dealing with neurodiversity, trauma and LGBTQIA+ related matters.

What credential and location are listed?

He holds NCPS and works from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently working with international clients.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.

How are costs arranged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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