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- Psychodynamic work
- CBT elements
- Parts work
About Hal
BACP counsellor with a Master’s in psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy, 3 years' experience. Hal Thompson focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns.
Hal begins by listening to what matters most to the person in front of him. He explains things simply and helps people name problems and notice patterns in day-to-day life. Sessions are aimed at understanding how past experiences influence current feelings and behaviour. He uses psychodynamic ideas alongside a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques when these suit the work.
In practice Hal looks at how coping habits and early relationships shape reactions today. He discusses difficult memories and emotional responses at a pace the client can manage. When helpful, he draws on cognitive-behavioural strategies to address distressing thoughts and routines. He also uses parts-based approaches to map internal conflicts and self-relations.
Hal has professional membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and he trained at Birkbeck, University of London and the University of Sussex. He has worked in mental health settings across public and private sectors and brings that varied background into the therapy room.
Sessions are conducted in English and international clients can be supported. The subscription cost varies with location and may be cancelled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online therapy options button.
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How Hal uses psychodynamic and practical techniques online
Hal describes his primary approach as psychodynamic work, which looks at how early relationships and repeated coping patterns shape current feelings and behaviour. This method helps when problems seem rooted in long-standing ways of relating or recurring emotional reactions.He also uses cognitive-behavioural techniques to test and change unhelpful thoughts and routines. These are practical steps clients can try between sessions to reduce anxiety or break addictive patterns. Parts-based work is another strand he uses; it helps people map different inner states and the roles they play in difficult moments.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. He plans that work collaboratively with each client, adapting methods to their goals and what feels manageable. Conversations in early sessions help identify which techniques to emphasise going forward.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and to maintain continuity when travel or relocation occurs. It can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video when that practical fit is useful, depending on the session types offered.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly work with?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem. Additional areas include attachment issues, dissociation and OCD-related problems.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
He primarily uses psychodynamic methods to explore how past experiences affect current patterns. He also integrates cognitive-behavioural techniques and parts-based work when appropriate.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working as a counsellor. His training includes a Master’s in psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are accepted. Confirm any time-zone or scheduling details before booking.
How are sessions organised and what about cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that varies with location and can be cancelled at any time. Check the profile’s payment details for exact pricing.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking flow.
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