Dana Wester, BACP
Dana Wester helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain and issues linked to trauma and abuse.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
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About Dana
Dana Wester helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain and issues linked to trauma and abuse. She also supports those dealing with grief, parenting challenges, identity and LGBT concerns, ADHD, bipolar mood difficulties and problems with self‑esteem. Dana is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration which reflects her professional standing in the UK.
Dana practises an integrative style, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to match what each person needs.
Background and approach
Sessions are conversational and practical. She aims to create a calm space where people can talk openly about painful or confusing feelings without judgement. In the therapy room she focuses on building trust and understanding first.
That helps people feel clearer about what they want to change. From there she uses tools and activities suited to the concern, whether that means looking at patterns of thought, trying creative tasks, or practising grounding and mindfulness skills. Dana has eight years of professional experience.
Over that time she has supported clients through loss, relationship breakdown, issues around intimacy and commitment, eating and body image concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness challenges and the aftermath of domestic violence. Her approach is practical and person-centred. She works at a pace chosen by the person in front of her and keeps the work goal-focused when that is helpful.
People who are hesitant about starting therapy often find the first steps easier when they are offered straightforward guidance and small, manageable goals.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 373570 | February 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Dana works with
Everything Dana lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Visually impaired
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Online support
She also draws on person‑centred and creative methods to suit different needs. Person‑centred work focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so clients feel heard and respected. Creative activities can offer other ways to express feelings when words are hard to find. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process and she will work with each person to decide what fits their goals and preferences.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people see facial cues and recreate a face‑to‑face dynamic. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is low or a shorter check‑in is needed. Live chat and text messaging allow frequent, brief contact and can fit around busy days or shift work. These options make it easier to keep therapy going alongside work, family and other commitments.
Frequently asked
What concerns can Dana help with?
Dana supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger and grief. She also works with issues such as self‑esteem, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar and LGBT related matters.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses an integrative, person‑centred style that focuses on listening first and then applying practical techniques. Sessions tend to be conversational and aimed at helping clients gain clarity and manageable steps forward.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Dana has eight years of professional experience working in therapeutic settings. That time includes supporting people through grief, trauma recovery and relationship problems.
What credentials and location information are provided?
Dana is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are available?
Sessions are offered in English and Dana accepts international clients.
What formats are offered for sessions?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text‑based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing and payment work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Dana?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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