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Colleen Downey, BACP

Psychodynamic therapist supporting lasting change
  • Depression and anxiety help
  • Relationship and trauma support
  • Eating disorder understanding

About Colleen Downey

Colleen Downey is a licensed psychodynamic therapist and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom who draws on six years of clinical experience to support people facing emotional challenges. She works with individuals experiencing depression, stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders, approaching each person's situation with respect for their existing strengths and life story.

Colleen believes that people are the experts on their own lives and that therapy is a collaborative process that builds on personal resilience. She emphasizes a supportive, empowering approach that helps clients take the first steps toward meaningful change and greater well-being. Her orientation in psychodynamic therapy offers a space to explore underlying patterns, relational dynamics, and the emotional roots of current struggles.

Colleen welcomes questions and encourages prospective clients to reach out if they would like more information about her approach. Additional details are available on her professional website: https://psychodynamiccounselling.co.uk/.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingJealousyMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Colleen Downey have?

Colleen Downey has six years of experience as a practicing therapist.

Is Colleen Downey a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a licensed psychodynamic therapist and psychotherapist in the United Kingdom and holds BACP membership - BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Colleen Downey provide therapy?

Colleen provides therapy in English.

Where is Colleen Downey located?

Colleen is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Colleen Downey as my therapist?

You can work with Colleen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Colleen Downey work with international clients?

Yes, Colleen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Colleen Downey 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started 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.

Could remote therapy be a good fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can really help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit of remote therapy is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a licensed professional in the way that suits them best - by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to access support without rearranging daily commitments.

Therapists offering remote work are licensed professionals, and clients may choose to switch providers if they feel another fit would be more helpful. Online sessions can expand access to therapy while preserving the clinical foundations of traditional care.

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