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Philip Hynes, BACP

Philip Hynes is a counsellor with 15 years of experience working in the United Kingdom and a BACP registration.

About Philip

Philip Hynes is a counsellor with 15 years of experience working in the United Kingdom and a BACP registration. He focuses on helping people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, anger or depression. Philip approaches work with straightforward, calm support and aims to help people take the first steps toward a more manageable life.

Philip believes people know their own stories best and brings a client-centred outlook to sessions.

Background and approach

That means he listens closely and follows what matters to the person in front of him. He looks for strengths a person can build on, rather than assuming there is a single fixed solution. In practice Philip helps people talk through difficult feelings and make small, practical changes.

He is used to working with problems linked to relationships, break-ups and workplace stress. He also offers support around process addictions such as gambling, exercise or porn, and issues linked to guilt, shame and loneliness. Sessions are conversational and paced to the client.

Philip can help with coping strategies for intense moods, planning steps after loss, and managing urges that feel out of control. He aims to create a space where people can try out new ways of responding to challenges. Philip offers sessions in English and accepts international clients.

He uses flexible online formats to make therapy fit around busy lives and commitments.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	160736	October 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Philip lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Ways of working Philip names

Client-Centred Therapy

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Client-centred care delivered online

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening, empathy and following the client's priorities. The counsellor offers a supportive, non-judgemental space and helps the person explore what matters to them. This approach is suited to issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and relationship difficulties where understanding and personal insight are helpful.

Philip uses client-centred work to help people identify strengths and practical next steps. He encourages collaborative planning so the therapeutic approach matches the client's goals and pace. Together they review what helps and adjust the way therapy goes as needs change.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give practical flexibility. Video calls are useful for longer conversations and clearer non-verbal cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit people who prefer writing or need quick, on-the-go support.

These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, family commitments and travel. Registered or accredited professionals can use the range of formats to match how a person prefers to communicate and to keep the focus on progress and practical outcomes.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Philip help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger and depression, and addresses related concerns like workplace issues, communication problems and social anxiety.

What is Philip's therapeutic style?

He practises a client-centred approach, listening closely and following what matters to the client while helping them build on their own strengths.

How much professional experience does he have?

Philip has 15 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.

What credential does Philip hold and where is he based?

He is registered with the BACP and operates from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

Philip offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are costs and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.