Keelan Donohue , BACP

Keelan Donohue is a licensed counsellor working in the United Kingdom with five years of experience in the counselling and psychotherapy field. He has supported both adults and children through a variety of mental health concerns and personal life challenges, drawing on practical experience gained across different settings.

His work is rooted in Person Centred Theory, also known as client-centred therapy, which aims to create a respectful and accepting therapeutic space. Keelan approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert on their own story and that they already possess the strengths and capacities needed to manage change and face life’s obstacles.

Rather than directing or advising, he accompanies clients as they reflect on steps they have already taken, consider where they want to go next, and attend to how they are experiencing the present moment. The concerns brought into the room are listened to with consistent respect and without judgment.

Keelan holds the credential BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has completed further training that adds practical tools and perspectives to complement his person-centred practice.

When life becomes overwhelming, he encourages a simple approach: slow down and take things one breath at a time.

Person-Centred Therapy and Accessible Online Support

Keelan practices client-centred therapy, a humanistic approach that focuses on providing a warm, nonjudgmental space where the client’s experience guides the work. This approach helps people explore feelings, build on existing strengths, and make sense of life transitions without pressure to follow a prescribed agenda.

In addition to the core person-centred framework, Keelan uses insights from further training to offer complementary tools and perspectives tailored to each client. These supplementary resources are offered flexibly to support the main relational work and can help when practical strategies are needed alongside reflective exploration.

Finding the right approach is collaborative - Keelan works with each person to identify methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts the style and pace of sessions in partnership with clients so the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for this kind of work. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging let clients choose what feels most comfortable and convenient, making it easier to access regular support around work, family, or mobility constraints. These options also allow therapists and clients to maintain momentum between sessions and to tailor contact to the individual’s life circumstances.