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Philip McKee

Philip McKee, BACP

United Kingdom 10 years in practice

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BACP counsellor - stress and anxiety

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addictions support
  • LGBT concerns

About Philip

BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 10 years of professional experience. Philip McKee helps people manage stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, navigate LGBT concerns, and work through grief and loss. He also focuses on self-esteem, guilt and shame, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.

Philip uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide practical conversations. Sessions centre on clear, down-to-earth discussion about what is causing distress and what changes might help. He prioritises straightforward goals and small steps that fit into everyday life.

In practice he listens for patterns in thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. Then he and the person agree on strategies to test and adjust. This might include short exercises between sessions, reflecting on recent situations, and trying different ways of responding.

Philip aims to make sessions a place to talk honestly about difficult feelings without judgment. He helps people work through complicated issues such as grief, shame, and questions about identity. The emphasis is on practical progress rather than on labels.

Over ten years he has worked with a range of people facing anxiety, addiction and loss. He offers work in English and accepts international clients. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking and follow the listed intake steps to arrange an initial meeting.

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How Philip uses evidence-based approaches in remote sessions

Philip draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. Cognitive-style methods involve noticing and testing automatic thoughts, then trying different responses to reduce anxiety and social phobia. These methods are useful for stress, social anxiety and persistent worry.

He also uses behavioural approaches that encourage practical experiments. This can mean setting small, achievable tasks between sessions to reduce avoidance, tackle addictive behaviours, or build confidence. Such exercises are short and concrete so they can fit into a busy week.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Philip collaborates with each person to decide which techniques match their goals and preferences. He checks how tools are working and adjusts them together as progress is seen or obstacles appear.

Session formats are not specified in the supplied biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people choose remote sessions because they can fit more easily around work, family and travel. Remote meetings can make it quicker to keep regular appointments, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time while still working through grief, addiction and anxiety with a registered counsellor.

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Areas of expertise

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT issues, grief, and self-esteem, plus related concerns such as guilt, shame, life purpose, self-love, social anxiety and phobia.

What is his therapy style?

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on clear conversation, practical strategies and small steps that fit into everyday life.

How much experience does he have?

He has 10 years of professional experience working with people on anxiety, addiction and loss.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He holds BACP registration and practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

International clients are accepted; confirm any cross-border details when arranging sessions.

How are sessions arranged and paid for?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin the process?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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