[1] A member of the Under-19 team,[2] Docherty made his first-team debut from the start on 7 May 2011, in Livingston's 3–1 win against Alloa Athletic in the Scottish Second Division.

[3] His next appearance was in the following season on 23 July 2011, as a substitute in Livingston's 5–0 win against Airdrie United in the Challenge Cup.

[7] Docherty left The Diamonds in June 2015, signing for Scottish League One rivals Ayr United.

[13] After winning League One with Thistle, Docherty signed a new contract adding an extra year to his deal, extending it until 2023.

[15] During his third season with Thistle, Docherty was part of the squad that made it to the Scottish Premiership promotion play off final, which Thistle eventually lost on penalties to Ross County, meaning the club remained in the Scottish Championship.