- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem work
- CBT and mindfulness
About Cara
Cara O'Kane is a counsellor registered with NCPS in the United Kingdom and has three years of professional counselling experience. She also brings nine years of wider experience working in mental health. Cara works with people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue and coping with life changes.
She focuses on practical conversations about what is getting in the way day to day. Sessions look at thoughts, behaviours and small routine changes that can reduce overwhelm. Cara also addresses issues such as attachment or abandonment concerns, body image, and workplace strain when these affect a person's sense of direction.
Cara uses clear, evidence-informed methods in session. She draws on client-centred listening to make space for what matters to the person, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to identify thinking patterns that feed worry or low mood. Mindfulness practices and solution-focused work are used to build short-term plans and measurable steps.
The emphasis is on practical, manageable change rather than lengthy theory. Conversations aim to clarify priorities, try small experiments, and review what helps. Cara can help people struggling with isolation, guilt or shame, impulse-driven decisions, and questions about life purpose.
People who choose Cara will find straightforward explanations of different approaches and regular review of progress. She asks clients to set out goals and checks in on what is working, adjusting the plan as needed. This keeps sessions focused and relevant to everyday life.
Approaches used and how online sessions can fit
Client-Centred Therapy is about listening and following what matters most to the person. It helps when someone needs a space to clarify values, priorities or feelings that feel confusing. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It is useful for stress, anxiety and depression because it breaks problems into steps that can be worked on practically. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve calm for daily life.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Cara will discuss goals and preferences and then try methods that match those aims. This is done collaboratively, with regular reviews to see what helps and what to change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling around busy schedules, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer to work from a quieter room or who want to use exercises and worksheets during a session. Registered and accredited professionals often adapt materials and pacing to online appointments so sessions remain practical and focused.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Cara works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue and coping with life changes. She also addresses related topics such as attachment issues, body image and workplace problems.
How does she approach feeling stuck?
She uses client-centred listening alongside cognitive behavioural and mindfulness techniques. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small, practical changes.
What experience does she bring?
Cara has three years of professional counselling experience and nine years working in the mental health field. That mix informs both short-term planning and ongoing support.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Cara is registered with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
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.