- CBT techniques
- Pragmatic problem solving
- Workplace burnout
About Patrick
Patrick Whelan is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He has four years of professional experience and works with adults facing a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress and relationship problems. He also lists life purpose, career questions, addiction, trauma, grief and ADHD among his areas of focus.
Patrick uses a pragmatic, solution-minded style that aims to help people take practical steps when they feel stuck. He offers cognitive behavioural therapy, and says he can blend CBT techniques into broader counselling sessions when clients prefer that mix. Sessions typically include skills, strategies and exercises alongside time to talk through what is happening now.
He has worked with healthcare staff during crisis periods and draws on that recent experience when supporting people under high pressure. That work has informed his approach to workplace burnout, compassion fatigue and coping with major life changes. Patrick describes his way of working as motivational and focused on realistic next steps.
People who have not tried counselling before may find his explanations straightforward and his sessions structured. He invites clients to set practical goals and to review progress over time. He also notes work around intimacy, eating and sleeping issues, parenting concerns, and grief among his clinical interests.
Sessions are carried out from the United Kingdom and he offers support in English. He accepts international clients and asks prospective clients to use the site matching process to schedule an initial appointment and choose a plan.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Patrick lists cognitive behavioural therapy as a core offering. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them through practical exercises. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, stress and low motivation and typically involves homework and skills practice between sessions.He also describes an integrative approach, which means he can blend CBT tools with broader counselling conversations. That style allows time for structured coping strategies alongside reflective dialogue about life changes, relationships and career direction. Choosing the right mix is a collaborative process between client and counsellor.
Finding the best way to meet online is part of the early work together. Patrick will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what feels manageable. If you are considering sessions, confirm the exact session formats supported before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed and remove travel time so appointments can work around work or family commitments.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he work with?
He works with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship problems and career concerns. He also lists addictions, trauma, grief, ADHD and life purpose among his areas of focus.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
Patrick uses a motivational, pragmatic and solution-based style. Sessions mix practical coping skills and exercises with time to talk through current difficulties.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of professional counselling experience and recent work supporting NHS healthcare staff during crisis periods informs his practice.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.