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Philip Kemp, BACP

Philip Kemp is a counsellor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions and relationship or intimacy-related problems.

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About Philip

Philip Kemp is a counsellor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions and relationship or intimacy-related problems. He also helps with self-esteem, career worries and coping with life changes. Philip presents as warm and non-judgemental while helping people talk through difficult feelings.

Philip practises from a humanistic, person-centred perspective. He believes people have an inner resilience that often needs space and support to grow. Sessions are offered in a conversational way where clients set the pace and topics for discussion.

Background and approach

Alongside a person-centred stance, Philip draws on trauma-focused work and existential ideas to address painful events and questions about meaning. He also uses Internal Family Systems concepts and practical techniques such as positive affirmations when helpful. This mix aims to be flexible and tailored to what each person needs.

Philip holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He began his training in statutory and third sector settings, including work with an LGBTQ+ charity and the probation service, and has accumulated four years of experience in counselling roles. Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging.

People can expect a supportive space to explore issues such as gender identity, family of origin concerns, addiction, domestic violence and attachment problems without pressure to follow a set agenda.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	390202	March 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Philip lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Paranoia
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Philip names

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How Philip's approaches work online

Philip uses trauma-focused therapy to help people process painful experiences and the effects those events can have on mood and behaviour. This approach often involves gently addressing traumatic memories and learning ways to manage overwhelming reactions.

He also works from a client-centred perspective, which means sessions follow the person's concerns and pace. The counsellor offers empathy and reflection so clients can explore thoughts and feelings without pressure.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Philip will listen to your goals and experiences and suggest ways of working that fit your needs. Together you can try different techniques and adjust the focus as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual contact matters. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or you prefer not to use video. Live chat or text messaging suits shorter check-ins, ongoing reflection between sessions or people who find typing easier than speaking.

These options give flexibility to fit sessions around work, family life and location while keeping the focus on the therapeutic work and your personal goals.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Philip help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, self-esteem and career worries.

What is Philip's therapeutic style?

Philip works in a humanistic, person-centred way that keeps sessions conversational and client-led. He combines this with trauma-focused thinking and practical techniques when useful.

How much experience does he have?

Philip has four years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy roles in statutory and third sector settings and in independent practice.

What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin therapy with Philip?

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