- Client-centred
- Existential focus
- Experienced counsellor
About John
Dr. John Hilsdon helps people facing stress, anxiety and panic attacks. He supports those struggling with addictions, relationship problems, grief and depression. He offers a calm space where people can talk without feeling judged.
He draws on client-centred ways of working, where the person’s own experience guides the pace of therapy. He also uses existential ideas to help people think about meaning, choices and what matters most to them. Sessions focus on what the person brings and what they want to change.
Dr Hilsdon has 24 years of experience as a counsellor in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He aims to make things straightforward and practical, helping people notice patterns and try small changes between sessions.
People seeking help for obsessions, compulsions, phobias, panic disorder and panic attacks will find a therapist who listens and works collaboratively. He also addresses life issues such as midlife concerns, men’s issues, loneliness, and problems linked to serious illness or end of life.
Sessions are aimed at helping someone find clearer direction and relief from overwhelming feelings. The approach is steady and down-to-earth, with attention to real-life demands and how therapy can fit into everyday routines.
How client-centred and existential approaches work online
Client-Centred Therapy is about listening closely and following what matters to the person. The counsellor offers empathy and reflection to help someone make sense of feelings and find their own solutions. This approach suits worries such as anxiety and panic by giving space to talk and be heard.Existential Therapy looks at life questions, choices and meaning. It helps when someone feels stuck, faces loss, or is rethinking life priorities. The work is conversational and aims to clarify values and direction rather than applying fixed techniques.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and try ways of working that fit the person’s needs. This is a collaborative process where methods are adjusted over time as things change.
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people continue therapy while living in another country, since international clients are accepted.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this counsellor help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, plus addictions, grief, depression and relationship problems.
What is the therapeutic style in sessions?
The style is client-centred, focusing on the person’s own experience and pace. Existential ideas are used to explore meaning and choices.
How much experience does this counsellor have?
He has 24 years of experience working as a therapist in the United Kingdom, supporting a wide range of emotional and life concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and the therapist’s availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.