BACP

Edward Mcguinness , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Edward

Edward Mcguinness is a UK-based qualified counsellor with three years of professional experience. He supports people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low motivation, challenges with self-esteem and confidence, and depression. He has provided services through EAP, SAP, and IAP programs, bringing practical experience from workplace and organizational settings.

Edward approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversation and treatment plans to the individual rather than applying a single formula. He emphasizes a collaborative process that helps people take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Edward aims to empower clients by tailoring interventions to their specific needs and goals, offering steady support as they work toward meaningful change. He is BACP accredited, which indicates membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and alignment with professional counselling standards.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Edward often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide his work online. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a structured approach that looks at the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical tools to reduce symptoms of anxiety, low mood, and unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Edward collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds so the work remains relevant and effective.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to connect from different locations. These options provide flexibility in scheduling and communication style, and they allow licensed professionals and therapists to offer consistent, ongoing support in ways that suit each client best.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Edward Mcguinness have?

Edward Mcguinness has three years of professional counselling experience.

Is Edward Mcguinness a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential.

In which languages does Edward Mcguinness provide therapy?

Edward provides therapy in English.

Where is Edward Mcguinness located?

Edward is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Edward Mcguinness as my therapist?

You can work with Edward through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Edward Mcguinness work with international clients?

Yes, Edward works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Edward Mcguinness cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which 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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