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Robert Backai, BACP

Responsive counsellor for anxiety and trauma

6 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Robert

Robert Backai is a counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom. He uses straightforward, practical methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. He also supports those facing sexual and intimacy concerns, relationship problems, and difficulties with addiction or self-esteem.

Robert works in a collaborative way. He listens closely and tailors sessions to each person’s needs. Sessions aim to build skills for coping and to find clear, manageable steps forward.

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Background and approach

Over six years he has worked with a wide range of issues including grief, sleep and eating difficulties, anger, and career stress. He also has experience with concerns linked to chronic pain, body image, and ageing. This broad experience informs how he chooses practical techniques for each person.

Robert draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy. These methods are used to help people change patterns of thought, set short-term goals, and process distressing events at a pace that suits them. Sessions are available in English and are delivered online by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging.

Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling based on availability.

Using practical therapy approaches online

Robert uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood and problems like sleep or eating difficulties.

He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term, achievable goals. This approach is goal-oriented and helps people identify small changes that make daily life feel more manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss clients' aims and preferences and together decide which method or mix of methods to try. That collaborative planning helps keep sessions focused and relevant to each person's situation.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat or text messaging can be useful for shorter check-ins or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options help people fit therapy around home and work commitments and choose the format that suits them best.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does this counsellor help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and addictions. He also assists with intimacy-related issues, relationship and family concerns, eating and sleeping problems, anger and self-esteem.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He takes a practical, collaborative approach and tailors work to individual needs. Sessions focus on learning coping skills and finding clear steps forward rather than lengthy theory.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioural concerns. That experience includes trauma-related work and supporting people with chronic illness and body image issues.
What professional credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is noted with BACP, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What formats are available for online sessions?
Appointments can be taken by video call, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it possible to choose a way that fits daily routines and communication preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
6 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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