- Person-centred approach
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Phillipa
Phillipa Whitehead is a BACP therapist with 11 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. She works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, sleep problems, parenting strain and anger. Phillipa also supports people facing career change, coping with life transitions, compassion fatigue and ADHD-related challenges.
Phillipa practises mainly within a person-centred framework. That means she listens without judgement and helps clients find their own solutions at a pace that suits them. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy where these approaches fit the issue you bring.
Sessions are practical and straightforward. Conversations focus on what is happening now, how patterns affect daily life, and small steps that can change things. Phillipa will work with people who feel stuck, are recovering from trauma, or want clearer ways to manage frustration and anger.
Her background includes work across different settings with a wide range of psychological and emotional difficulties. That experience informs how she adapts sessions to the person in front of her rather than using one fixed method.
If someone has tried other therapies without benefit, Phillipa offers another way of working that blends listening with focused techniques. She invites people to explore thoughts and feelings and to develop practical coping skills for everyday life.
Approaches used in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and creating space for the client to lead the conversation. It helps when someone wants to explore feelings, understand their reactions, and decide what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together. It is often used to identify repeated patterns that feed stress, anxiety or anger, and to practise different ways of responding.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels useful. That collaborative process helps shape whether person-centred listening, CBT techniques or solution-focused tasks are used.
Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting appointments into a busy week, shorter check-ins when needed, and options that can make it easier to keep counselling on track. Session formats are not listed here, so confirm the available options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals can offer these ways of working remotely to help people manage stress, anger and life changes without having to visit a clinic.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, parenting strain and anger among other concerns.
How would she describe her way of working?
She mainly uses a person-centred approach that lets clients lead the pace and focus. She combines this with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy when helpful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional experience working with adults in a variety of settings.
What professional registration does she hold and where is she based?
She is a BACP therapist and a Registered Member MBACP, practising in the United Kingdom.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.