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Phillip Mapoma, BACP

Phillip Mapoma is a counsellor in the United Kingdom who supports people facing trauma, abuse, stress and anxiety.

About Phillip

Phillip Mapoma is a counsellor in the United Kingdom who supports people facing trauma, abuse, stress and anxiety. He also works with issues such as grief, anger, depression and relationship strain. Phillip aims to make it easier to begin therapy by offering a calm, non-judgemental space to talk.

He uses a mix of approaches to suit each person’s needs, including trauma-focused work, cognitive behavioural techniques and narrative methods. Sessions focus on practical ways to manage symptoms and on understanding how past events shape current reactions.

Background and approach

Conversations are paced to match what the client can cope with and build a clearer sense of direction. Phillip adopts a client-centred stance that places the person’s experience at the heart of the work. That means listening carefully, reflecting back what’s important, and helping people find their own solutions.

He pays attention to cultural and family background and how these affect feelings like guilt, shame or abandonment. Over four years of practice he has supported people processing post-traumatic stress, improving communication and exploring fatherhood or family of origin issues. His approach balances emotional exploration with concrete steps to reduce distress.

The result is a grounded, steady process aimed at helping people feel more able to cope. To get started clients answer a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions that suit them. Phillip works with international clients and conducts sessions in English.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	384488	August 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

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Ways of working Phillip names

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How these approaches work online

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and gently processing the impact of traumatic events. It helps people reduce distressing symptoms and make sense of how trauma affects daily life. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical strategies to manage anxiety, low mood or unhelpful behaviour patterns. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises the person’s own perspective and aims to create a supportive space where people can explore feelings and find their own solutions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most helpful and adapt methods as the work continues. Goals, preferences and how someone responds to different techniques guide which approaches are used and when to shift focus.

Online sessions make this flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and fuller non-verbal feedback. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or work better when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, ongoing reflection and people who prefer typed work. These options offer practical ways to keep therapy consistent around daily life.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Phillip help with?

He supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger and depression, plus related issues like abandonment, guilt and multicultural concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He takes a client-centred approach that focuses on listening and collaboration. Sessions aim to be calm, non-judgemental and paced to match what each person can manage.

How much experience does he have?

He has four years of professional work experience supporting people with trauma, post-traumatic stress and relational challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats does he use?

Sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.