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Bridget Donkin, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Bridget is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Bridget. View 35 reviews
Great news, Bridget is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

I would really say , my experience with my therapist Bridget Donkin has been great. I was confused by bringing past issues in the present. My therapist helped me see what is mine and what is something that I should not be concerned with. The support was great. After my sessions. I never thought about any of those past moments again because I feel clear and out the any confusions. ✨

Reviewed November 2024

Best therapist you could ask for!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Bridget

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

Hi! Thank you for for taking the time to read through my profile. I am a registered person centred counsellor of 12 years. Having worked successfully with children, youth, young adults, couples, adults and the elderly, my approach includes: Person-centred therapy, Gestalt therapy, creative therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioural therapy.

I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression, separation and divorce, bereavement, spirituality, self confidence and esteem issues, abortion, bullying, work related stress, anger, jealousy, infidelity, intrusive irrational thoughts, identity, panic disorder, rejection, resentment, abandonment, despair. These are just a few of the many issues I work with.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Depression Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 301489 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Bridget Donkin

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

35 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Amazing Great Listens Safe Recommend Support Understanding Anxiety Comfortable

I would really say , my experience with my therapist Bridget Donkin has been great. I was confused by bringing past issues in the present. My therapist helped me see what is mine and what is something that I should not be concerned with. The support was great. After my sessions. I never thought about any of those past moments again because I feel clear and out the any confusions. ✨

Reviewed November 2024

Best therapist you could ask for!

Reviewed November 2024

Bridget has really made me feel so understood so quickly. She creates such a safe space for you to talk about whatever it is you need to talk about and listens not only to what you say but also what you don’t say. She is amazing

Reviewed November 2024

Experienced therapist, transmite trust. Goes strait to the point, it is a woman who understands women. Thank you for the support.

Reviewed November 2024

Very kind and attentive therapist

Reviewed November 2024

Great therapist! I appreciate how she also incorporates my Christian faith in our sessions. Makes me feel seen and understood

Reviewed September 2024

She‘s amazing! She listens to even the things I don’t say and helps me organize my emotions and thoughts. She makes me aware of the connection to different things.

Reviewed September 2024

Bridget has been a much needed voice in my life. She has helped guide me through anxiety and stress, she is understanding and is a blessing.

Reviewed September 2024

Amazing therapist!

Reviewed September 2024

Very thankful for all the wisdom Bridget is sharing ❤️

Reviewed July 2024

I’ve only had 2 sessions with Bridget but already I feel incredibly comfortable! She is an amazing person! I look forward to more!

Reviewed April 2024

Bridget is really considerate and knowledgeable, I really appreciate how she incorporates my Christian faith into our sessions.

Reviewed April 2024

Only had two sessions, but found it very easy to open up and communicate with Bridget and it’s been a great introduction to therapy.

Reviewed April 2024

Bridget gives me a safe and excepting place to discuss my past trauma. She is kind, honest and helps me to see where my thoughts are maladaptive and I’m not being as good to my self as I should.

Reviewed April 2024

I thank Bridget for her time and her expertise, I enjoy speaking with her.

Reviewed April 2024

Bridget help me sort out my messy thoughts. And thought provoking questions to incentivize my thoughts

Reviewed March 2024

An exceptional and skilful therapist. Has a great sense of compassion, understanding and a willingness to walk with you. I would definitely recommend Bridget.

Reviewed February 2024

She is a wonderful person inside and out! She's helped me through a tough phase in my life and helped me get my confidence back. I'm always so grateful for her knowledge and wisdom and will always look to her for advice. Thank you so much Bridget!

Reviewed January 2024

What a beautiful soul Bridget is. She's an excellent listener. She's good at reading between the lines. I feel "heard" when I speak to her. I've only had three sessions with her so far, but in that time I have felt lots of relief during my days from the wisdom and techniques she has shared with me to help me with negative thoughts, and healthy anxiety feelings. Bridget is warm, compassionate, kind, gentle, yet assertive in her approach. I'm so thankful for her and grateful that I found her.

Reviewed December 2023

Bridget is sooo compassionate and she listens. I appreciate that most about her. Awesome lady!

Reviewed November 2023

Very happy talking to bridget.

Reviewed September 2023

Bridget is friendly and warm and really displays empathy towards what I'm going through - I feel heard and valued at my lowest points. I couldn't thank her enough if I tried!

Reviewed March 2023

I find Bridget very engaging and she probes me as she should. I do fell my sessions are of good use to me.

Reviewed February 2023

Bridget Donkin is a patient and wise person. When I first reached out to her I didn't know what to bring up first and basically threw it all out there at once. She was very good at sorting out what things needed digging deeper into, and I felt a lot of relief after chatting with her. If you're looking for a kind therapist, Donkin is a lovely option!

Reviewed January 2023

Would highly recommend Bridget. She was very easy to connect with and helped me in a difficult period.

Reviewed December 2022

I really like Bridget, she has this soft spoken personality which makes me feel heard and safe and is very knowledgeable. Glad I matched with her

Reviewed December 2022

bridget is amazing, empathetic listener. She has made space for me to feel what i need to feel and help me towards insights that have really helped me.

Reviewed November 2022

Bridget has been the greatest support for me during a very difficult time in my life. She has listened, cared and given me space to learn about myself. She has guided me to understand truths about myself that I didn't understand before, and has helped me to become a stronger person. I cannot thank her enough for her enduring support and openness, and would recommend her to anyone going through a challenging life event.

Reviewed November 2022

Good communication, responded swiftly to my messages.

Reviewed November 2022

Bridget is good listener, she is patient, kind and knows exactly what questions to ask. My soul and head were in good place after our therapy.

Reviewed November 2022

Bridget is very understanding and really takes interest in your problems. I appreciate her kindness and helpfulness.

Reviewed November 2022

Bridget is a very professional therapist. She actively listened to me and worked out the problem very quickly. I trust Bridget and she gets my points. I always felt a lot better after the session with Bridget. Bridget also involved a lot of different activities for different issues I had. I felt words were too pale to express my thanks to Bridget. I really recommend Bridget to everyone.

Reviewed September 2022

Fantastic person, there to talk and listens well. Has given me useful content to read and practice

Reviewed September 2022

Very comfortable and down-to-earth person. A safe place with Bridget as she listens very well and can repeat it back to you word for word. I can continue to feel safe and express myself without any fear of judgment. This is a sound and excellent investment in my happiness and good mental health and well-being.

Reviewed September 2022

Didn't come to the session.

Reviewed August 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Bridget Donkin offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Bridget Donkin works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Bridget Donkin speak?

Bridget Donkin speaks English.

How many years of experience does Bridget Donkin have?

Bridget Donkin has 10 years of experience.

Where is Bridget Donkin licensed to practice?

Bridget Donkin is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Bridget Donkin accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Bridget Donkin accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Bridget Donkin offer?

Bridget Donkin offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Bridget Donkin?

Bridget Donkin can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Bridget Donkin?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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