Philip Hynes, BACP
Philip Hynes is a counsellor with BACP accreditation and 15 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
About Philip
Philip Hynes is a counsellor with BACP accreditation and 15 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He offers calm, straightforward support for people who feel stuck or overwhelmed. Philip works in a respectful, non-judgemental way and aims to help clients find clear next steps.
Philip focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger and depression. He also helps people with communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, and workplace issues.
Background and approach
He has experience supporting veterans and people dealing with process addictions such as gambling, pornography or exercise compulsion. Philip uses a client-centred approach that starts from the person in front of him. He listens for strengths and practical options, and he helps people talk through what matters most to them.
Sessions tend to be conversational, paced to each person, and oriented toward realistic, manageable change. People who prefer a straightforward, empathetic listener often find his style helpful. He aims to build trust, reduce overwhelm, and help clients notice small wins.
Philip encourages people to take the next step at a pace that feels workable. His work is suited to those looking for practical support with everyday stresses and deeper emotional issues. He frames therapy as a collaborative process where the client’s goals lead the way.
Philip meets people where they are and helps them plan what comes next.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 160736 | 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 Philip works with
Everything Philip lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Philip lists
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Online support
Online sessions make it easy to try this approach without travelling. Sessions are flexible in length and pace so the therapist can match the work to your needs, whether you want to focus on short-term coping or longer-term change. The process of finding the best approach is collaborative, with the counsellor helping you decide what feels right based on your goals and preferences.
Practical benefits of online therapy include choice of video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and suit people who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins and ongoing reflection between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while maintaining regular contact with a therapist.
Frequently asked
What issues does Philip commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger and depression, along with related concerns such as communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, jealousy and workplace issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred approach that prioritises listening and the client’s own goals. Sessions are conversational and focused on discovering practical next steps.
What is his background and experience?
Philip has 15 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom supporting people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
What credentials and location are noted?
He holds BACP accreditation and practises from the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers sessions to people based outside the United Kingdom.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Philip offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do fees and the subscription work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
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