Counsellor profile
Edward Mcguinness, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- ACT
- CBT
- Client centred
About Edward
Edward Mcguinness is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He also lists support for addictions, LGBT issues, grief, intimacy concerns and ADHD among his areas of work.
He has worked with employee assistance programmes and organisational assistance providers. That background means he is used to short-term workplace-focused conversations as well as longer personal work. Sessions are described in plain terms as a place to talk things through and set practical steps for change.
His main approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. He uses these methods to help people notice thoughts and feelings, try small changes in behaviour, and build coping skills. He will discuss which approach fits a person's goals.
Edward says he adapts conversations to the needs of each person. The emphasis is on respectful, sensitive dialogue and on working towards concrete next steps. People can expect a mix of listening, shared reflection and practical exercises when these are helpful.
Sessions are arranged through the directory process. Fees vary by location and the service uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. International clients may be accepted; please confirm current options when you book.
Approaches used in online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that matter to them. It is often used for anxiety, stress and coping with life changes.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It often focuses on practical strategies to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and to improve daily routines.
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what someone says. It aims to build clearer self-understanding and to let people set the pace and topics of sessions.
Picking the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped in the past. Together they will try methods and adjust them based on what feels useful.
Please confirm which session formats are available before booking, as the listing does not specify them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy routine, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals on the platform can work with people across locations, and online meetings can help keep regular contact while aiming for steady progress.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression, among other concerns listed in his profile.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He combines listening with practical steps. He uses approaches such as ACT, CBT and client-centred work to help people notice patterns and try small changes.
How long has he been practising?
He has three years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is listed as a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Can I see him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions may be available to international clients. Confirm current international options when you book.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to start a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking flow.
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