Robert Backai
Practical, collaborative therapy for everyday struggles
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About Robert
Robert Backai is a counsellor and psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom. He uses straightforward, respectful language and aims to make the first steps toward change feel manageable for people under stress or in pain.
He draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to help people who are anxious, low in mood, coping with trauma, or struggling with addictive behaviours. He also supports those facing relationship and intimacy concerns, sexual issues, grief and problems with sleep or eating.
Background and approach
Robert emphasises a collaborative approach. Sessions focus on practical steps and on understanding what gets in the way of daily life. He works with people to set clear goals and to build coping skills that fit their situation.
He says everyone deserves respect and sensitivity in therapy. The work is tailored to each person rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. Clients can expect conversations that balance problem-solving with space to discuss feelings.
With six years of experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Robert brings steady clinical experience to common life challenges. He offers help for a wide range of concerns including compassion fatigue, body image and chronic pain alongside more familiar issues like stress and depression.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 6
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 398177
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Robert's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Robert works with
Everything Robert lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Aging and geriatric issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Robert lists
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How Robert works online
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will discuss options and work with the person to choose methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. That choice is reviewed as therapy progresses so techniques can change if something isn't helping.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work or caregiving, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find that talking from home or another comfortable place helps them keep therapy consistent alongside daily responsibilities.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions and a range of relationship and intimacy-related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The approach is practical and collaborative, using problem-focused techniques alongside space to process emotions and experiences.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working with people on issues such as trauma, OCD, mood difficulties and relationship concerns.
What credentials does he hold and where does he practise?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
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