Hi, I’m Dominic McCabe, though most people call me Dom.
My path into psychotherapy began through my own healing. I know what it is like to live in survival mode, feeling constantly on edge, carrying too much, and trying to keep going while struggling underneath. When I reached a point where I could no longer keep everything pushed down, therapy gave me something I had been searching for for a long time: space to breathe, make sense of what I had lived through, and begin finding peace again.
That experience changed not only how I felt, but what I believed was possible. It is a big part of why I do this work today. I know how heavy life can feel when you are carrying things alone, and I feel deeply passionate about offering people a space where they can feel understood, supported, and more hopeful about change.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked in construction, and I am proud of that part of my life. It taught me resilience, honesty, humility, and the importance of showing up even on difficult days. It also gave me a real understanding of the quiet pressures people carry, stress, responsibility, and the feeling that you just have to get on with it. I bring that grounded, down-to-earth understanding into my work, alongside my professional training, so therapy feels human and real rather than distant or overly clinical.
Outside the therapy room, I am a dad, and I try to live in a way that keeps me grounded. I find a lot of peace in the ocean, and surfing reminds me of the importance of breathing, steadying yourself, and working with what life brings. Roller hockey helps me stay connected and energised, and my two dogs keep me present in the smaller moments. These parts of my life matter to me, and they also shape the calm, steady presence I try to offer in therapy.
At the heart of my work is the belief that every person has worth and every person has the capacity for growth. I do not believe therapy is about judging you, labelling you, or trying to fix you. I see therapy as a respectful, engaging space where you can be real, make sense of what is happening, and begin to move forward in a way that feels manageable.
I tailor therapy to the person in front of me. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. For some people, therapy is about understanding how the past is still affecting the present. For others, it is about finding practical ways to cope with life as it is now. Often, it is a mixture of both. My role is to work alongside you in a way that feels supportive, flexible, and suited to what you need.
Because of my own journey, I have a particular interest in supporting people who have spent years carrying things alone or living in survival mode. This can include the impact of trauma, long-term stress, unhealthy or abusive relationships, feeling different or misunderstood, difficulties with boundaries, and coping patterns that have started to take over. Men’s mental health is also important to me, especially where silence, shame, or pressure to just push through have made things harder.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and work within their ethical framework. I continue to develop my practice through regular training and continuing professional development, including work in trauma, complex PTSD, domestic violence awareness, and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training.
If you choose to work with me, I will aim to offer you a space that feels safe, collaborative, and grounded. You do not need to arrive with perfect words or everything worked out. We can start where you are and take things one step at a time.
If you are considering therapy, I would be glad to hear from you.
