- Person centred
- CBT informed
- Mindfulness led
About Niamh
Niamh Duffy is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety and relationship difficulties. She supports individuals dealing with trauma, abuse, grief and low self-esteem. She works in a calm, respectful way and aims to meet people where they are.
Her practice is person centred, which means she listens first and follows the client's lead. She offers gentle guidance rather than directing the session. That approach suits people who want a steady, empathetic space to talk through painful experiences and make small, steady changes.
Over nine years she has worked with many common concerns such as panic attacks, social anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and feelings of emptiness and isolation. She also supports people facing separation, communication problems and the emotional effects of domestic violence and loss.
Niamh uses a mix of therapeutic methods to match the needs of each person. These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, mindfulness-based techniques and Motivational Interviewing alongside a client-centred stance. Sessions focus on practical steps, learning how thoughts and behaviours interact, and building emotional awareness.
She holds BACP accreditation, which is noted as a professional credential. Sessions are offered in English and she works from the United Kingdom. People who live outside the UK may also arrange to work with her.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on being heard and understood. Online sessions using this approach let the person lead the conversation while the therapist reflects and clarifies. This helps when someone needs steady emotional support or wants to work through difficult feelings at their own pace.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together. Delivered online, CBT often involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns, trying small behavioural experiments between sessions and practising new skills. It can be useful for anxiety, panic and low mood.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people notice and name their emotions and how they affect relationships. In remote work this can mean exploring emotional responses and practising new ways of interacting or communicating with others.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and help decide which methods to use. That choice is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.
Confirm the exact session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow for appointments around work or family commitments. It also makes access possible for people who live further away or in different countries, subject to arrangements with the therapist.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Niamh commonly help with?
She helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and low self-esteem. Additional areas include panic, OCD symptoms, isolation and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The work is largely person centred, meaning she listens and follows the client's lead while offering gentle guidance. She also draws on CBT, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing when useful.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credential and location are listed?
Her listed credential is BACP and she practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients, so people living outside the UK may arrange sessions with her.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.