Philip "Phil" Burns, ACA - Therapist in Australia

About Philip

Philip "Phil" Burns is an ACA counsellor who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. He focuses on practical steps people can use day to day. Phil aims to create calm, steady sessions where clients can make small but clear changes.

Phil draws on a mix of approaches to suit each person. He listens to a client’s story and then helps them try ways of coping that fit their life.

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Background and approach

Sessions often include noticing unhelpful patterns and practising different responses until they feel more comfortable. He pays attention to how past experiences affect current feelings and choices. That helps when working through trauma, abandonment and attachment issues.

Phil also supports people dealing with intimacy worries, communication problems, separation and the stress that comes from caregiving or illness. Phil has eight years of experience and uses methods such as person-centred work, acceptance and commitment ideas, narrative techniques, cognitive behavioural tools, solution-focused steps and mindfulness practices. He adapts these to each person rather than following a single script.

People meet with Phil by video call, phone, live chat or messaging. Sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. He provides clear steps for getting started and helps clients find an approach that fits their goals and daily routine.

Evidence-based approaches for online counselling

Phil uses a combination of accessible, evidence-based techniques. Person-centred work focuses on listening and helping people find their own solutions through gentle reflection and practical choices. Cognitive behavioural tools help identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, then teach simple skills to change them over time. Acceptance and commitment ideas encourage noticing difficult feelings and choosing actions that match what matters most to the person.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Phil will talk with clients about their goals and preferences, try different techniques, and adjust what they do together as needs change. The emphasis is on what works in everyday life rather than sticking to one method.

Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to make counselling flexible. Video sessions suit deeper conversation and visual connection. Phone calls work well when lower bandwidth is needed or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging are useful for quick reflections, between-session check-ins or when writing helps process thoughts. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving or other commitments and to keep therapy ongoing when life is busy.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does this counsellor help with?

Phil works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, and he addresses trauma and intimacy-related concerns. He also supports people facing abandonment, attachment and family of origin problems.

What style of therapy can I expect?

Sessions are practical and person-focused. Phil mixes person-centred work, narrative approaches and cognitive behavioural tools to suit each person's needs.

How much experience does he have?

Phil has eight years of experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns. He adapts his methods based on what each client finds most helpful.

What qualifications and location are listed?

Phil is a member of the Australian Counselling Association, listed as ACA, and practises from Australia.

Which languages and international clients are supported?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs.

How are costs handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are managed through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with this counsellor?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Experience: 8 years
Licensed
Languages: English

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