Edward Mcguinness, BACP
Compassionate UK counsellor for life challenges
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and trauma
- Tailored treatment plans
About Edward Mcguinness
Edward Mcguinness is a UK-based qualified counsellor with three years of professional experience and a BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, motivation and self-esteem concerns, confidence challenges, and depression, offering thoughtful and respectful support tailored to each person’s situation.
Edward has experience providing services through employee assistance and occupational programmes such as EAP, SAP, and IAP, which has helped him support clients in workplace and organizational contexts as well as in more personal settings. He approaches each conversation with sensitivity and compassion, adapting dialogue and treatment plans to reflect the unique needs and goals of the individual. Edward emphasises collaboration and empowerment, helping people take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life while providing steady professional support throughout the process.
Edward has experience providing services through employee assistance and occupational programmes such as EAP, SAP, and IAP, which has helped him support clients in workplace and organizational contexts as well as in more personal settings. He approaches each conversation with sensitivity and compassion, adapting dialogue and treatment plans to reflect the unique needs and goals of the individual. Edward emphasises collaboration and empowerment, helping people take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life while providing steady professional support throughout the process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Edward Mcguinness have?
Edward Mcguinness has three years of professional experience.
Is Edward Mcguinness a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential, which denotes membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Edward Mcguinness provide therapy?
Edward provides therapy in English.
Where is Edward Mcguinness located?
He is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Edward Mcguinness as my therapist?
You can work with Edward Mcguinness through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or 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?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled 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. 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.
Approaches Edward Uses Online and How They Help
Edward Mcguinness draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support clients in online settings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept uncomfortable thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical strategies for issues like depression, anxiety, insomnia, and low self-esteem.
Edward also uses client-centered principles, which emphasize empathy, respect, and tailoring the pace and focus of sessions to each person's needs. Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself - Edward collaborates with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Edward is delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access regular support from registered professionals without travel, allowing conversations to occur in ways that suit the client while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship.