Phillip Mapoma , BACP

Phillip Mapoma is a United Kingdom-based therapist with four years of professional experience who focuses on helping people navigate trauma, abuse, and relational difficulties. He works with individuals and couples to address common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and challenges connected to family of origin, fatherhood, abandonment, and communication problems.

Phillip creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and expressed. He emphasizes compassionate listening and collaboration, aiming to help clients feel understood as they work through painful experiences and difficult life transitions. His practice also attends to multicultural concerns, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, and issues related to self-love.

Phillip holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects his connection to nationally recognized professional standards. He recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and is supportive of those first steps toward seeking help. Phillip is available to work with international clients and offers multiple remote formats to suit different needs.

Approaches for Online Therapy and How They Help

Phillip integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy into his online practice. Client-Centered Therapy centers on empathic listening and helping the person lead the pace of change - it is useful for building self-understanding, improving communication, and addressing issues like grief or low self-worth. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to develop practical coping strategies. Trauma-Focused Therapy directly addresses the impact of traumatic experiences and abuse, using structured methods to process distressing memories and reduce trauma-related symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Phillip collaborates with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and to tailor sessions accordingly. He reviews options together so the approach fits the issue and the client’s comfort level.

Online therapy with Phillip is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and access needs. These formats make it possible to continue consistent work from home or while traveling and allow clients to select the communication style that feels most supportive for their progress.