Counsellor profile
Phillipa Whitehead, BACP
Counsellor - stress and trauma support
See online counselling options- Person-centred approach
- CBT techniques
- Solution-focused work
About Phillipa
Counsellor and BACP registered member Phillipa Whitehead has 11 years' experience working with adults in the United Kingdom. She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions and relationship or intimacy-related concerns. Phillipa also supports those struggling with sleep, parenting strain, anger, career questions, ADHD and coping with life changes.
Pillipa works mainly within a person-centred way. That means conversations focus on the client's pace and priorities rather than a fixed agenda. She also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to look at thoughts and behaviours, and solution-focused ideas to set short-term goals.
Sessions are conversational and practical. Phillipa aims to help people notice patterns, try small changes and reflect on what helps. She can work through past trauma, loss and difficult life events while balancing day-to-day coping strategies.
Her approach draws on a mix of methods so the work can shift as needs change. Phillipa places emphasis on clear, simple steps that people can take between sessions as well as what happens in the room.
She is listed as a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, MBACP. People who prefer English can work with her, and she accepts international clients. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and practical details.
How these approaches are used in online counselling
Client-centred therapy focuses on the person's own goals and pace. The counsellor listens and follows what matters most to the client, helping them find solutions that fit their life. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Phillipa will discuss which methods feel most useful and adapt the mix as goals and circumstances change. That discussion is collaborative and focused on clear, achievable steps.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, childcare or other commitments. They can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or let people avoid travel on busy days. Registered professionals and therapists typically use different ways to meet; ask which formats are on offer when you arrange the first session.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
Pillipa helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and addictions, among other concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She primarily uses a person-centred approach, putting the client's priorities first, and also draws on cognitive behavioural and solution-focused techniques.
How long has she been practising?
She has 11 years of professional experience working with adults in a range of settings.
Which professional body is she registered with?
She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, MBACP.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific 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 working with her?
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.
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