Philip Hynes, BACP

Philip Hynes is a counsellor with BACP registration and 15 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addiction and grief. He believes people know their own stories and brings a calm, respectful presence to help them make changes. Philip frames therapy as a practical step and is there to guide each person through it.

He works in straightforward, conversational ways. Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual and on applying small, manageable changes. Philip listens for strengths and uses them to help clients face things like anger, depression and relationship stress.

Philip helps people address a wide range of concerns. These include communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, and workplace issues. He also supports those dealing with veteran and armed forces issues and process addictions such as pornography, exercise or gambling-related problems.

His approach is rooted in client-centred therapy, so the person’s own goals shape the work. Philip works at a steady pace and adapts to each person’s preferences and comfort level. He aims to make sessions practical and relevant to everyday life.

To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then book according to availability. Philip accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.

How client-centred work translates to online sessions

Client-centred therapy focuses on the person's own goals and priorities. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what they hear and helps the person make choices that feel right. This approach can help with issues such as anxiety, grief, depression and relationship stress by keeping sessions grounded in the client's experience.

Philip's way of working is straightforward and collaborative. He will help identify which methods suit a person's situation and adjust as needed. Finding the right approach is part of the work together, and the plan can change as goals and needs evolve.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example by cutting travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or avoiding the need to be on camera when that feels difficult. Registered or accredited professionals often use online sessions to keep momentum between face-to-face meetings and to help therapy fit everyday routines.