Paul Phillips, NCPS

Paul Phillips is a counsellor who helps people facing anxiety, depression, anger and addiction. He speaks plainly and gives space for people to say what they need to. Paul aims to make first conversations straightforward and manageable for someone feeling unsure about therapy.

He uses a mix of approaches chosen to suit each person. Sessions focus on understanding recent problems and the life events behind them. Paul draws on cognitive behavioural techniques alongside client-centred and psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns, feelings and practical steps forward.

People bring many concerns to sessions, including grief, relationship tensions, self-esteem struggles, eating and sleeping problems, and issues around parenting and fatherhood. He also supports those dealing with trauma, addiction, anger, bipolar mood concerns, and questions around intimacy and identity.

Paul has six years' experience in counselling work and holds the NCPS credential. He offers virtual counselling as part of his practice and aims to match therapeutic style to each person's goals and pace.

Conversations are collaborative and paced to suit the person. Paul blends reflective listening with goal-focused techniques so sessions can feel both thoughtful and practical. He invites people to ask questions about how he works before they book.

To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is then arranged according to the therapist's availability and the subscription used for sessions.

How Paul uses different therapy forms online

Paul draws on client-centred work to create an accepting space where people can talk without pressure. This approach focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the person, helping them feel understood and begin to make sense of difficult emotions.

He also uses cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. CBT is practical and can help with anxiety, low mood, anger and day-to-day coping by identifying patterns and testing small changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paul will talk with each person about their goals and routines and suggest a mix of methods that fits their needs. He treats this as a collaborative process and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

The biography notes that Paul provides virtual counselling, but it does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the available online formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare or commuting, and they can reduce travel time. They also allow for shorter check-ins when people need a quicker session rather than a full appointment.