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Frances Dennehy

Frances Dennehy

NCPS

United Kingdom

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Warm, person-centred counselling for family concerns

Profile at a glance

Credentials
NCPS
Registration
NCPS, United Kingdom / NCS21-01221
Experience
4 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Person-centred approach
  • Family and parenting
  • Works with trauma

About Frances

Frances Dennehy is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom who supports people facing relationship strain, family tensions, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety and stress. She also helps with addictions, grief, intimacy concerns, eating issues, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD and career pressures. Frances is listed with the NCPS.

She focuses on building a trusting, caring relationship with each person who comes to sessions. That relationship is the starting point for talking about difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours without judgement. Frances aims to help people get to know themselves better and to clarify what they want from their relationships and life.

In practical terms she listens closely and follows the person’s pace in sessions. Conversations tend to centre on what is happening now, patterns that repeat, and small steps that can reduce conflict and distress. Parents may find time spent on coping strategies and clearer communication especially useful.

Her style is warm and straightforward. She encourages honesty and gentle self-reflection rather than rushing to change. Many people find this approach helps them feel understood and more able to try different ways of relating.

If someone is unsure what to expect, Frances invites them to make an initial enquiry. Taking the first step can feel hard, and she acknowledges the effort involved in reaching out.

Client-Centred Work and Online Support

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises understanding the person as they are. The counsellor listens without judgement, reflects back what they hear, and helps the person explore their feelings and choices. This approach can help with relationship strain, parenting worries, depression, anxiety and the effects of trauma.

Because Frances follows a person-centred way of working, the focus is on what the individual needs and on building a trusting relationship. Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the journey and Frances will work collaboratively to decide what fits best. Together they will look at goals, preferences and what feels manageable for the person seeking support.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around school runs, work breaks or caring responsibilities. It can also offer shorter check-ins when life feels busy, or an option that avoids travel. Many people find these practical benefits help them keep therapy consistent and workable with day-to-day life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this counsellor support?

Frances supports people with relationship problems, family and parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety and stress, plus other issues such as grief, addictions and self-esteem.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is person-centred, focusing on building a trusting, non-judgemental relationship and following the client’s pace during sessions.

What is her experience background?

She has four years of counselling experience working with a range of issues including domestic abuse, family conflict and parenting concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

The profile shows Frances holds NCPS and she practises in the United Kingdom.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Before you get in touch

  • Jot down what is happening at home and what you would most like to be different.
  • Think about when you could talk for an hour without being interrupted.
  • Therapists listed here work with individuals on family and parenting concerns, so the sessions are about you and how you handle things.
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