- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship difficulties
About Colleen
Colleen Downey is a psychodynamic counsellor with six years of clinical experience in the United Kingdom and membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). She works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and eating-related concerns. Sessions focus on understanding patterns that keep problems repeating and on practical ways to manage distress.
Colleen aims to help people notice how past experiences affect current feelings and choices. She uses conversation to bring attention to repeated reactions and hidden emotions. This can help with low mood, ongoing worry and difficulties in close relationships.
Her approach is reflective and process-oriented. Sessions explore recurring patterns in relationships, attachment dynamics and how these shape behaviour. Colleen also addresses specific issues such as anger, grief, parenting strain, ADHD-related struggles, and challenges like dissociation or obsessive thoughts.
People working with her can expect a steady, exploratory style. Colleen helps people name difficult feelings and consider different ways of responding. She pays attention to small shifts in thinking and behaviour that make daily life more manageable.
Colleen accepts clients in the UK and international clients in English. She asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session, which helps clarify goals and practical arrangements. Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
To begin, prospective clients choose the See online therapy options button, complete the questionnaire and book an initial appointment.
How psychodynamic approaches work in online sessions
Psychodynamic Therapy focuses on how past relationships and early experiences shape current feelings and repeated reactions. Online sessions use conversation to help people notice patterns, understand why those patterns persist, and consider different ways of responding. This approach can be helpful for long-standing anxiety, relationship difficulties and issues linked to attachment.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to clarify your goals and preferences and then suggest whether psychodynamic work is a good fit. Plans can be adjusted over time as needs and goals change.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy life and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins or regular hour-long sessions around work or caregiving. The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking to ensure they match your practical needs.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and eating-related concerns among other issues listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is psychodynamic and reflective, focusing on patterns from past experience and how they affect current feelings and behaviour.
How much experience does she have?
Colleen has six years of clinical experience practising in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a member of the BACP and based in the United Kingdom.
Are sessions available in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current options before booking.
How do fees work?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.