- Guilt and shame
- Client-Centred work
- Multicultural focus
About PJ
PJ Sangalang is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of practice. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, low self-esteem and depression. He also lists guilt and shame among the issues he addresses. PJ offers sessions in English and Tagalog and accepts international clients.
He listens to each person’s story and how they see their difficulties. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and on talking through everyday problems as well as deeper feelings about identity, belonging and mistakes. PJ emphasises a respectful, boundaried relationship as the basis for that work.
His approach draws on Client-Centred ideas, looking at the client’s perspective and emotions. He also uses elements of Existential Therapy to help people consider meaning, responsibility and choices. Motivational Interviewing features when someone wants clearer direction or help committing to change.
PJ notes his background as a member of the BAME community and as an immigrant from Canada. He has worked with people from varied gender, age, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. That experience shapes how he talks about multicultural concerns and prejudice.
In sessions he aims to balance encouragement with challenge. Practical topics such as communication problems, workplace issues, relationship difficulties and family of origin themes are commonly discussed. He also supports people dealing with loneliness, midlife questions and young adult concerns.
How approach and online sessions connect
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own perspective, encouraging open discussion of feelings and personal meaning. It helps with low self-esteem, relationship concerns and understanding shame by prioritising the client’s view.Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, responsibility and life choices. It can help when people are wrestling with life purpose, midlife questions or guilt about past decisions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss the different ways of working and decide with the client which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice is revisited as work progresses so methods can be adjusted.
Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy week and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to arrange shorter check-ins or evening conversations when needed. Confirm the exact session options before booking so you know how appointments are scheduled and how the subscription applies.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Tagalog
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, low self-esteem and depression. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, commitment issues and workplace problems.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He listens to the personal story and helps people talk through how guilt or shame developed and how it affects daily life. Work often combines exploring meaning with practical steps for changing patterns.
What is his professional background?
He has three years of experience and has worked with clients from diverse gender, age, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. His background as an immigrant and member of the BAME community informs his practice.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Tagalog.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients. Confirm session arrangements and any practical details when you book.
How are sessions charged?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a 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.