- Guilt and shame
- CBT and solution-focused
- Attachment issues
About Anthony
Anthony Horsburgh is a BACP counsellor working in the United Kingdom with eight years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family problems, trauma and abuse, and related concerns such as depression, addictions, grief and sleep difficulties.
He begins by treating the person as the expert on their own life. Sessions focus on practical steps and on recognising existing strengths. Conversations aim to be straightforward, helping people name what they feel and notice how patterns repeat.
Anthony uses a mix of talking approaches to suit what a person brings. He draws on client-centred practice to listen and reflect. He also uses cognitive behavioural methods to look at thoughts and behaviours, and solution-focused work to set achievable goals.
In sessions he helps people untangle guilt and shame linked to family, faith, relationships or past actions. He also addresses attachment-related issues, communication problems and separation and infidelity concerns. He works with people affected by gender dysphoria and LGBT-related matters, and with those facing addiction or compassion fatigue.
People are invited to try short steps first, such as focused weekly conversations or specific tasks between sessions. Anthony asks about current routines and relationships, and then tests what changes feel manageable. He encourages honest feedback so the work can shift if needed.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Anthony combines client-centred work with cognitive behavioural and solution-focused methods. Client-centred work means listening closely and reflecting back what a person says to help them find clarity and make choices. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, and helps people test different ways of thinking and acting. Solution-focused therapy zooms in on small, practical steps and on what changes will make a difference soon.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Anthony will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn't helped before. Together the person and therapist decide which methods to try and adjust them as progress is reviewed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, to have a shorter check-in when that suits, or to choose a conversation style that avoids being on camera. These practical benefits help people keep therapy manageable alongside work, family and daily life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of guilt and shame does he work with?
He supports people carrying guilt or shame from family, faith, relationships, past actions and identity issues.
How does he approach feelings of guilt?
He uses client-centred listening together with cognitive behavioural techniques to map thoughts and actions and to try small changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional experience working with stress, trauma, relationships and related concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live abroad?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify particular formats.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.