Bear Donna, NCPS
Midlife-focused counsellor using practical tools
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- Integrative approach
- Transactional Analysis
- Practical coping steps
About Bear
Bear Donna is a counsellor who practises in the United Kingdom and uses a range of approaches to support people facing life changes. He holds the NCPS credential and brings three years of professional experience to his work. He aims to create an open space where clients can talk without fear of judgement. Seeking help can feel daunting and he frames that step as courageous and worthwhile.
He works with people concerned about issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, ADHD and addictions. He also supports those dealing with career strain, stress, relationship concerns and challenges around intimacy and self-esteem. Midlife crisis is one of the areas he lists as a focus and he helps people navigate transitions that come with that phase.
Bear trained as an integrative and Transactional Analysis psychotherapeutic counsellor. Integrative practice means he draws on several therapy ideas to fit each person, while Transactional Analysis offers a way to look at patterns in relationships and self-talk. He uses practical tools and simple explanations to make ideas useful in everyday life.
Sessions are aimed at building clearer choices and steadier coping. He encourages small experiments between sessions and practical steps to test new ways of acting and thinking. The overall tone is supportive and collaborative.
If you want straightforward, down-to-earth help with a midlife change, stress, or related concerns, he offers a conversational, task-focused way of working. To begin, follow the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.
He works with people concerned about issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, ADHD and addictions. He also supports those dealing with career strain, stress, relationship concerns and challenges around intimacy and self-esteem. Midlife crisis is one of the areas he lists as a focus and he helps people navigate transitions that come with that phase.
Bear trained as an integrative and Transactional Analysis psychotherapeutic counsellor. Integrative practice means he draws on several therapy ideas to fit each person, while Transactional Analysis offers a way to look at patterns in relationships and self-talk. He uses practical tools and simple explanations to make ideas useful in everyday life.
Sessions are aimed at building clearer choices and steadier coping. He encourages small experiments between sessions and practical steps to test new ways of acting and thinking. The overall tone is supportive and collaborative.
If you want straightforward, down-to-earth help with a midlife change, stress, or related concerns, he offers a conversational, task-focused way of working. To begin, follow the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Bear combines integrative practice and Transactional Analysis in ways that fit everyday problems. Integrative practice means drawing on several therapy ideas and tools to suit the person’s needs; it often involves practical exercises, mood tracking and behaviour experiments that map onto daily life. Transactional Analysis looks at how people relate to themselves and others, helping identify patterns in how they think and communicate and offering ways to change those habits.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. He works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods to try, adjusting based on what helps most. Clients and therapist review progress and pick techniques that fit the client’s goals and rhythm of life.
The practical benefits of online work can make therapy easier to fit into a busy schedule. Online sessions can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed and make it simpler to join from a work break or between commitments. The exact session formats available with this counsellor are not specified here, so please confirm current session options before booking.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor address?
He supports people with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, addictions and similar concerns. He also helps with stress, self-esteem, intimacy issues and coping with life changes such as a midlife crisis.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is conversational and practical. He mixes different therapy ideas and focuses on small, useful steps clients can try between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has three years of professional experience working with a range of presenting concerns and has practised in the United Kingdom.
What credentials does he hold and where does he practise?
He holds the NCPS credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.