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Dorcas Upshall

BACP

Dorcas Upshall , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

● Accepting new clients
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About Dorcas

Dorcas Upshall places each client's goals at the centre of her therapeutic work, collaborating with people to help them become more authentically themselves and to gain clearer understanding of the difficulties they face. She supports clients who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, eating and body image issues, and a wide range of intimacy-related concerns. Working together, she helps people identify thought patterns and behaviours that may be holding them back and explores past experiences that continue to cause distress, while developing practical tools to build emotional confidence and resilience.

Her professional background includes roles in domestic abuse services, women’s centres, pastoral care in schools, LGBTQ+ charities, and addiction and recovery settings. She is kink-aware and comfortable working with diverse relationship structures, and has experience supporting both young people and adults in special needs provisions. Prior to her counselling practice she also worked as a teacher for over 10 years, a period that contributed to her understanding of human development and communication. She holds BACP, a recognised professional counselling membership, and provides therapy in English from the United Kingdom. Dorcas is accepting new clients and works with international clients by offering flexible appointment formats.

Approaches That Inform Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client leads the pace and topics of work. This approach is useful for people seeking greater self-understanding, improved self-esteem, or support through life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours through practical exercises and skill-building, making it well suited to treating anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day difficulties. Internal Family Systems helps people notice and understand the different parts of themselves - for example protective, wounded, or critical parts - and fosters internal cooperation and healing, which can be especially helpful for trauma, shame, and complex emotional patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Dorcas works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains responsive and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose formats that suit their schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across distances and busy lives, supporting consistent progress toward personal goals with licensed professionals and therapists experienced in remote work.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dorcas Upshall have?

Dorcas Upshall has 3 years of experience.

Is Dorcas Upshall a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP, a recognised professional counselling membership. No additional license details were provided.

In which languages does Dorcas Upshall provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Dorcas Upshall located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Dorcas Upshall as my therapist?

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

Does Dorcas Upshall work with international clients?

Yes, Dorcas Upshall works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dorcas Upshall 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issues

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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