- Anxiety and depression
- CBT and person-centred
- Grief and loss
About Lorraine
Lorraine McDonnell is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years' experience. She works with adults who are coping with anxiety, depression, grief and life changes. Lorraine also helps people who struggle with self-esteem, relationships and stress.
Lorraine draws on person-centred and cognitive behavioural approaches in her day-to-day work. She keeps sessions straightforward and focused. Conversations look at thought patterns, practical ways to manage them, and steps to reduce overwhelm.
Clients meet someone who aims to listen without judgment and to help them sort through what feels most urgent. Lorraine uses question-led discussion and reflective listening to help people make sense of difficult feelings. She encourages short, concrete actions between sessions when those are helpful.
Her practice includes support for people dealing with addiction, trauma and sleep problems, and she offers help around parenting strain, career concerns and compassion fatigue. Lorraine also works with issues such as anger, body image and chronic illness where these affect daily life.
Sessions bring together talking and practical tools. Lorraine blends cognitive behavioural techniques with client-centred attention and, when useful, brief psychodynamic thinking about patterns from the past. The aim is to help people reduce unhelpful thinking and find clearer ways to cope.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. It helps people feel understood and clarifies what matters most to them. This approach supports those coping with grief, relationship strain or low self-esteem by following the client's lead and building a trusting conversational space.Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behaviour that keep problems going. It involves spotting unhelpful thinking and testing practical changes. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties and stress management.
Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Lorraine will discuss options with each person and decide together what to try first, based on current needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process means approaches can be adapted as therapy progresses.
Please confirm the exact session formats available before booking, as the biography does not list specific online or in-person options. Many people choose online sessions because they fit into busy days, reduce travel time and can make it easier to keep regular appointments. Others prefer shorter check-ins by phone when attention or bandwidth is limited. Registered or accredited professionals can work with these practical arrangements to help therapy fit into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief and life changes, plus related issues such as self-esteem, relationships and addictions.
How would she approach feeling stuck?
Her style combines client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small, practical changes between sessions.
What experience does she have?
She has four years' experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds on mood, anxiety and life transition issues.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do her sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.