Bridget O'Connell
BSc (Hons), Dip HIC, MBACP
Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Therapy grounded in compassion, growth and hope. I invite you to feel deeply heard, understood and supported.
Availability not confirmed
About me and my practice
Hello I'm Bridget and I warmly welcome you. Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, especially if youre living with anxiety, low mood, or the impact of trauma. You may feel stuck, or unsure where to begin. I offer a warm, approachable and empathic space where we can explore whats been troubling you, help you understand your experiences and ease distress. I place great importance on the therapeutic relationship and work in a relational, well-boundaried and appropriately paced way. I work well with clients seeking a supportive, engaged therapeutic relationship that allows for curiosity, reflection and gentle challenge.
Experience
I have over 12 years experience working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, abuse and bereavement. My work with medical conditions and rare diagnoses is informed by an understanding of their emotional and relational impact. I also support clients with pre- and perinatal issues. I offer a sensitive, contained and steady approach.
As a former piano teacher, I can draw on creative approaches, like listening to music or simple drawing, if you feel open and comfortable with this. This can help access emotions like shame and experiences of vulnerability that can feel hard to put into words. You don't need to know exactly what you want from therapy to begin, we will start wherever you are.
Qualifications
Postgraduate Diploma in Humanistic and Integrative Counselling (Distinction)
Foundation Certificate in Counselling 2014
BSc (Hons) Degree in Psychology
I am a registered member of BACP and adhere to their code of ethics and also attend regular supervision.
I am committed to my professional and personal development and as such my additional qualifications and experience include:
'Working with Shame'
Certificate in 'Eating Disorders In the Therapy Room'
'Managing Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Panic Attacks'
'Healing our Shadow' - Jungian Archetypes
'Weekend Anger Workshop'
'Using Music in the Therapy Room'
'Transactional Analysis'
'Finding One's Voice in the Therapy Room'
Work experience includes:
Bristol Mind - working a range of issues including, bereavement, isolation, trauma, financial and relational issues.
The Southmead Project - working with clients who had current addictions and came from abusive backgrounds.
Professional Membership
MBACP
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Thursday, 5 February 2026
Initial Consultation
I offer a free 15 minute consultation which gives us a chance to get to know each and book in sessions if we feel we are a good fit.
Fees
£70-£85 depending on focus and length of work. Sessions are 50 minutes and are usually once a week. As I work in depth there is the opportunity to work twice weekly if appropriate.
When I Work
Mondays Wednesdays and Thursdays daytime.
Therapeutic Approach
Humanistic, Integrative, Person - Centered
Pronouns
She/Her
Area
Bristol
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