Donna Mcallister, BACP
Support for stress, anxiety, and depression
- BACP credentialed counsellor
- Warm nonjudgemental support
- Focus on burnout
About Donna Mcallister
Donna Mcallister is a qualified counsellor in the United Kingdom with 3 years of professional experience supporting people navigating stress, anxiety, and depression, including challenges that can contribute to burnout and other difficulties. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Counselling (HONS), an undergraduate degree focused on developing counselling knowledge and practical skills, and she is credentialed in the UK with BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
Her work centers on offering clients a respectful, non-judgemental space to pause and make sense of what is happening internally. Donna focuses on building a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and mutual respect, helping clients explore the thoughts and feelings they are experiencing and how these may be affecting day-to-day life. She recognizes that reaching out for support can take courage, and she aims to provide steady guidance as clients take steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life.
Her work centers on offering clients a respectful, non-judgemental space to pause and make sense of what is happening internally. Donna focuses on building a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and mutual respect, helping clients explore the thoughts and feelings they are experiencing and how these may be affecting day-to-day life. She recognizes that reaching out for support can take courage, and she aims to provide steady guidance as clients take steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment 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 of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-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 phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Donna Mcallister have?
Donna Mcallister has 3 years of professional experience as a counsellor.
Is Donna Mcallister a licensed therapist?
Yes. Donna Mcallister holds the BACP credential in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Donna Mcallister provide therapy?
Donna Mcallister provides therapy in English.
Where is Donna Mcallister located?
Donna Mcallister is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Donna Mcallister as my therapist?
You can work with Donna Mcallister through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Donna Mcallister work with international clients?
Yes. Donna Mcallister works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Donna Mcallister cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well Online
Donna Mcallister draws from approaches that help clients understand what they are going through while building practical skills for everyday life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and experimenting with new ways of responding, which can be useful when stress, anxiety, or low mood start to affect sleep, energy, and motivation.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports clients in making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most to them. This can be helpful when people feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles of worry or burnout. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early and current relationship experiences can shape emotions, expectations, and connection, which may be relevant when relationships feel strained or when trust and self-esteem have been impacted.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Donna works collaboratively with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the focus over time as needs become clearer.
Online therapy offers flexibility and access without the need to travel. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support around work, family, and changing schedules.