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, loss, and depression. She combines professional training and real-world experience to offer calm, practical support tailored to each person’s situation. Donna holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her commitment to recognised professional standards.

Her practice is built on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Donna adopts a collaborative style, working with individuals to identify priorities and create a treatment plan that fits their goals and life circumstances. She places emphasis on clear dialogue and shared decision making so that therapy aligns with each person’s values and pace.

Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Donna acknowledges the courage it takes to seek change. She offers steady support through the early steps of that journey and beyond, focusing on practical strategies and emotional understanding to help people move toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Donna Rowley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people address common concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. One approach focuses on structured, goal-oriented work to reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety - it helps people learn practical skills for coping, managing worries, and improving daily functioning. Another approach emphasises trauma-informed care that recognises the impact of abuse and loss - this helps individuals process difficult experiences at a pace that feels safe and manageable. For addiction-related difficulties, Donna applies motivational strategies that support commitment to change and help build practical steps toward recovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Donna works collaboratively with each person to explore which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. This shared decision making helps ensure the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers practical benefits - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access support from home or elsewhere, reduce travel time, and provide scheduling flexibility. These options allow registered professionals like Donna to deliver consistent, effective care in ways that suit a person's life and commitments.