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Hayden François , BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
3 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

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Hayden François helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and grief. He supports those dealing with relationship troubles, addiction, trauma and abuse, and people questioning intimacy or facing body image concerns. Hayden also works with issues like ADHD, compassion fatigue and career stress.

He is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration. Hayden uses a flexible, person-focused style in sessions. He listens first and adapts his approach to what each person brings.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to build practical coping tools, improve everyday routines and make small changes that add up. He encourages clear, direct conversation and gentle challenge when it helps progress. His background includes three years of professional counselling experience.

That time has included supporting people with parenting pressures, blended family questions, adoption and foster care concerns, and the effects of chronic illness or caregiving. Hayden is comfortable addressing sexuality and kink-related topics as part of broader wellbeing work. Therapy draws on a mix of methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based work.

These are used to help people notice unhelpful patterns, build values-based goals and mend difficult relationship dynamics. Hayden explains techniques plainly and practises at a steady, practical pace. People can expect a respectful, non-judgemental space to talk about hard things.

Hayden helps clients set realistic goals and practises skills between sessions. He invites questions and checks progress regularly so plans stay relevant to real life.

How Hayden’s approaches work online

Hayden often uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. CBT sessions tend to focus on practical exercises and small behaviour changes that are easy to try between meetings.

He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify values and take meaningful action even when difficult feelings remain. ACT works well for anxiety, low mood and life transitions by teaching simple ways to live with uncomfortable thoughts while moving towards what matters.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Hayden listens to your goals and preferences and will suggest options that fit your needs. He treats the choice of method as collaborative and adapts plans as progress is made.

Online therapy with Hayden can be delivered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and body language, phone works well when bandwidth is limited, live chat allows quick check-ins, and messaging suits short updates or ongoing support. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments, while keeping sessions practical and focused.
What kinds of concerns does Hayden help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and grief, and addresses relationship problems, addiction, trauma and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are person-focused and practical, with listening first and simple tools to practice between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has three years of professional counselling experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
Where is Hayden based and what credential does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Hayden?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
3 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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