Counsellor profile
Patrick Whelan, BACP
Counsellor for anxiety and stress
See online counselling options- Solution focused
- Offers CBT techniques
- BACP member
About Patrick
Counsellor Patrick Whelan is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with four years of clinical experience. He works in the United Kingdom and helps people with depression, anxiety, stress, workplace burnout, relationship concerns, self esteem and motivation.
Patrick uses a pragmatic, solution-focused style. He blends counselling with practical coping strategies and exercises. He can offer cognitive behavioural techniques on their own or mix them into a broader counselling approach.
People meet him to talk through everyday pressures and bigger life changes. He also supports those dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, intimacy difficulties and sleep or eating concerns. Patrick lists a wide range of additional focus areas including ADHD, codependency, communication problems and issues that follow divorce or separation.
His background includes integrative training, so he draws on different methods rather than sticking to one model. He has recent experience supporting health professionals under strain during crises. That work has informed how he responds to stress and compassion fatigue.
Sessions aim to combine straightforward conversation with practical steps. Patrick encourages people new to counselling to start with a short matching questionnaire and then book an initial session. The process is explained in simple terms before any first appointment.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online counselling
Patrick describes his practice as integrative and pragmatic. He commonly uses cognitive behavioural techniques which focus on practical exercises and coping skills to reduce anxiety and manage mood. He can offer these techniques on their own or combine them with broader counselling conversations to suit the person’s needs.He also applies a motivational, solution-focused approach. This aims to identify small, achievable steps and to build confidence and motivation over time. These methods are often used for workplace stress, procrastination and changes in career or routine.
Finding the right approach is part of the early work. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which mix of methods fits best, based on the client’s goals and preferences. That choice can change as progress is made.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they can fit a short appointment into a work break, avoid travel time, or choose audio rather than video when bandwidth is limited. Registered or accredited professionals offer online counselling in ways that aim to make sessions practical and easier to schedule around daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What does he help with most often?
He commonly helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, work burnout, relationship concerns and low self esteem. He also works with grief, trauma, addictions and sleep or eating issues.
What is his counselling style?
His style is motivational and pragmatic with a solution-based focus. He blends conversational counselling with practical coping strategies and exercises.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working with a range of concerns. Recent work includes supporting NHS professionals during crisis periods.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.