Paul Phillips

• Stress and anxiety
• Cognitive behavioural work
• Bereavement and grief

About Paul

Paul Phillips helps people work through stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship difficulties using a mix of counselling methods he adapts to each person. He is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and has six years' experience in the field.

He works in a conversational, person-centred way that focuses on the client's experience. Sessions aim to understand what has led to current difficulties and to identify practical steps forward. He uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, psychodynamic and solution-focused ideas as tools within that person-centred framework.

Paul supports people facing bereavement, anger, low self-esteem and issues around intimacy and sexual identity. He also helps with eating and sleeping problems, parenting concerns, addiction and coping with life changes. He will discuss specific priorities at the first meeting and agree what to focus on together.

In sessions Paul uses structured techniques where useful, such as CBT-style strategies for managing anxiety, and psychodynamic questions to look at long-standing patterns. He also applies solution-focused methods to set short-term goals and track progress. The emphasis is on practical steps alongside reflection about life history and patterns.

Sessions can include coaching elements for people wanting clearer plans or behavioural targets. He works in English and is based in the United Kingdom. Before booking, people are encouraged to confirm the current session options available.

How his counselling approaches fit with online sessions

Paul uses Client-Centred Therapy to prioritise the client's perspective, encouraging open talk about what is troubling them and focusing on immediate concerns. This approach helps with anxiety, low mood and issues around self-esteem.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which involves practical strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleeping problems and some addiction-related behaviours.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Paul will discuss goals, preferences and what has or has not worked before, and then agree which methods to use in sessions. This is a collaborative decision and can change as therapy progresses.

The profile states he is qualified to provide virtual counselling sessions, so online work can help fit counselling into busy lives. Before booking, confirm which specific session formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule appointments, avoid travel and keep to shorter or more frequent check-ins when useful.

Topics Paul lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Addictions
• LGBT
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Trauma and abuse
• Intimacy-related issues
• Eating disorders
• Sleeping disorders
• Parenting issues
• Anger management
• Bipolar disorder
• Coping with life changes
• Coaching
• ADHD
• Abandonment
• Blended family issues
• Body image
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Divorce and separation
• Domestic violence
• Drug and alcohol addiction
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Fatherhood issues
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Isolation and loneliness
• Men's issues
• Money and financial issues
• Mood disorders
• Narcissism
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Personality disorders
• Phobias
• Process addictions
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Existential Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Questions about Paul

Does he work with anxiety?

Yes. He helps people manage anxiety using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques and other counselling methods.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He uses a person-centred approach combined with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, psychodynamic ideas and solution-focused techniques.

How long has he been practising?

He has six years' experience working in counselling and related support roles.

Where is he based and registered?

He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).

Can I see him if I live outside the UK?

No. He does not accept international clients at this time and works with people in the UK.

What session formats does he offer?

The biography notes he is qualified to provide virtual counselling sessions; please confirm the specific session formats available before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.