Paul Phillips, NCPS
Paul Phillips offers calm, straightforward support for people dealing with anxiety, low mood, relationship strain and life changes.
About Paul
Paul Phillips offers calm, straightforward support for people dealing with anxiety, low mood, relationship strain and life changes. He welcomes honest conversation and helps people make sense of difficult emotions. Paul aims to keep sessions simple and practical so busy parents can fit talking therapy into their lives.
Paul uses a mix of approaches chosen to match each person’s needs. He draws on client-centred work to focus the sessions around what matters most to the individual.
Background and approach
He also uses cognitive behavioural ideas to spot thinking patterns that feed anxiety and low mood, then practises small changes that make a difference day to day. When deeper patterns are affecting current life, Paul brings in psychodynamic thinking to look at how past experiences shape present reactions. He also uses solution-focused tools to set short-term goals and build momentum between sessions.
The overall aim is practical progress rather than theory-heavy explanations. Paul has six years of experience as a counsellor and holds the NCPS credential. He practises in the United Kingdom and runs sessions online by video, phone, chat or text messaging.
Sessions are framed around what the client wants to achieve, and Paul adapts his style to suit different needs. For someone unsure where to start, he invites a short conversation to explain how he works and what to expect. The first step is a simple matching process and a chance to pick a session time that fits the client's schedule.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS20-01639 | October 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Paul works with
Everything Paul lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, 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 / loneliness
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Paul lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy. Paul works with the client to choose methods that match their goals and comfort level. He adapts the mix of listening, practical exercises and short-term planning as sessions progress so the work stays relevant and collaborative.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video suits fuller conversations and face-to-face style interaction. Phone calls can be a quicker check-in when hands-free time is needed. Chat or text messaging works well for short updates, ongoing reflection between sessions or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and daily life.
Frequently asked
What issues does Paul work with?
Paul supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and grief as well as concerns such as addiction, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. He also addresses a wide range of related problems listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is conversational and practical, combining client-centred listening with tools from cognitive behavioural and solution-focused work. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and on small, achievable steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working as a counsellor. That background includes helping people navigate difficult emotions and life events.
What credentials and location are listed?
Paul holds the NCPS credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does he offer?
Paul provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging depending on what suits the client.
How does pricing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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