Patrick Whelan, BACP
Practical, compassionate counsellor offering tailored support
- CBT and integrative approaches
- Motivational pragmatic style
- Supports NHS staff
About Patrick Whelan
Patrick Whelan is a fully qualified counsellor registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) who brings over four years of professional experience to his practice. He offers practical, motivational, and solution-focused support for people navigating depression, anxiety, workplace burnout, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and confidence challenges.
Trained in an integrative model, Patrick adapts his approach to the individual rather than fitting clients into a single methodology. He is qualified to provide cognitive behavioural therapy - CBT - as a standalone intervention, and he commonly blends CBT strategies into broader counselling sessions to build coping skills alongside exploration and reflection.
Patrick emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in his work and tailors programmes to meet each person’s specific needs and goals. He has recent experience supporting NHS professionals during times of crisis and applies a pragmatic, goal-oriented style to help clients make meaningful changes.
For those new to therapy, Patrick aims to make the first step manageable and something to look forward to by creating a collaborative environment where practical strategies and personal insight are combined to support progress.
Trained in an integrative model, Patrick adapts his approach to the individual rather than fitting clients into a single methodology. He is qualified to provide cognitive behavioural therapy - CBT - as a standalone intervention, and he commonly blends CBT strategies into broader counselling sessions to build coping skills alongside exploration and reflection.
Patrick emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in his work and tailors programmes to meet each person’s specific needs and goals. He has recent experience supporting NHS professionals during times of crisis and applies a pragmatic, goal-oriented style to help clients make meaningful changes.
For those new to therapy, Patrick aims to make the first step manageable and something to look forward to by creating a collaborative environment where practical strategies and personal insight are combined to support progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Patrick Whelan have?
Patrick Whelan has four years of professional experience.
Is Patrick Whelan a registered therapist?
Yes. He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Patrick Whelan provide therapy?
Therapy is offered in English.
Where is Patrick Whelan located?
He is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Patrick Whelan as my therapist?
You can work with Patrick through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Patrick Whelan work with international clients?
Yes. Patrick works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Patrick Whelan 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 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 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.
Approaches and Online Support for Practical Change
Patrick uses cognitive behavioural therapy, a structured method that helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and replace them with more effective coping strategies. CBT can be especially useful for issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep or eating concerns.
He also draws on an integrative, motivational and solution-focused style that blends techniques from different evidence-based approaches to match the needs of the individual. This way of working supports emotional exploration, relationship and career concerns, and building long-term resilience while keeping sessions practical and goal oriented.
Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Patrick works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their goals, preferences, and responses to different techniques. Together they review progress and adjust methods as needed.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access support around work, family, or geographic constraints. For many people, these formats make regular, consistent work with a registered professional more achievable and sustainable.