BACP

Edward Mcguinness , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Edward

Edward Mcguinness is a UK-based counsellor accredited with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and brings three years of professional practice to his work. He has supported people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, motivation difficulties, low self-esteem, confidence concerns, and depression. His background includes work with EAP, SAP, and IAP services, giving him experience in a range of organizational and employee assistance settings.

Edward approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and therapeutic plans to the specific needs and goals of the individual. He views the decision to seek help as a courageous first step and aims to support and empower clients as they pursue a more fulfilling, balanced life. Treatment is adapted to each situation so that interventions fit the client rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.

Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions

Edward Mcguinness draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them - ACT supports values-driven action and can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and coping with change. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship and helps people explore their own experiences at their own pace to build self-understanding and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) features in his work to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for symptoms of depression, anxiety, and low motivation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Edward Mcguinness collaborates with each person to select and adapt methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he reviews progress together to refine the plan over time.

Online therapy with Edward can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier for individuals to access licensed professionals and therapists from different locations and to choose the format that feels most comfortable and practical for their life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Edward Mcguinness have?

Edward Mcguinness has three years of professional experience.

Is Edward Mcguinness a licensed therapist?

Yes. Edward Mcguinness holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Edward Mcguinness provide therapy?

Edward Mcguinness provides therapy in English.

Where is Edward Mcguinness located?

Edward Mcguinness is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Edward Mcguinness as my therapist?

Edward Mcguinness provides therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does Edward Mcguinness work with international clients?

Yes, Edward Mcguinness works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Edward Mcguinness cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

To get started, click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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