Deirdre Levins, NCPS

Deirdre Levins is an integrative therapist based in the United Kingdom who combines formal training with practical experience to offer personalised support for adults. She holds the NCPS credential and has a first-class honours degree in integrative therapy and psychology, as well as a diploma in integrative therapy. With eight years of one-to-one adult counselling and therapy experience, she has worked with a broad range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, loss and bereavement, along with stress, addictions, self-esteem difficulties, trauma, relationship and family issues, and eating-related problems.

Working from an integrative framework, Deirdre adapts evidence-informed methods to each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. Her practice draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Client-Centered techniques to match interventions to individual needs, goals and values. She also pays attention to specific areas like attachment and abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, codependency, intimacy-related concerns and career or life-change challenges. Deirdre welcomes international clients and offers flexible formats, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, to make therapy accessible across different locations and schedules.

Integrative approaches for online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action in ways that align with what matters most to them. It focuses on building psychological flexibility so individuals can live more fully even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise, and it is often used for anxiety, depression and stress-related concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly applied to anxiety, low mood, anger and many everyday coping challenges, offering concrete tools for change in daily life.

Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the centre of the work, emphasising empathy, active listening and collaboration. It is useful for building self-understanding, improving self-esteem and navigating relationship or life-transition issues. Registered professionals and therapists often blend these methods to suit an individual’s needs rather than relying on a single model.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Deirdre works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on their goals, preferences and circumstances. She adapts techniques and pacing so the therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits or those living far from in-person services. These formats make it easier to access consistent support, try different session styles and maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into everyday life.