- Integrative counselling
- BACP registered
- Supports LGBT concerns
About Hayden
Hayden François is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression and the challenges of long-term health conditions. He also helps with relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addiction, ADHD and concerns linked to identity such as LGBT matters. He speaks English and has three years of professional experience, and is listed with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
Hayden uses an integrative style. He draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Attachment-Based work to match what each person needs. Sessions aim to give clear tools for managing difficult feelings, practical coping strategies and time to talk things through without judgement.
In early sessions he usually focuses on what matters most to the client. That can include symptoms like anxiety or low mood, or life stresses such as career pressure, parenting strain or chronic illness. He explains ideas in straightforward language and builds a plan with the person he is working with.
Hayden emphasises respect and sensitivity. He encourages small steps that lead to better day-to-day coping, and helps people try new ways of responding to old patterns. The work may involve noticing thoughts and values, practising new behaviours, and reflecting on attachment and relationship patterns.
If someone wants to begin, they follow the site's Start Therapy steps to match and schedule. Hayden accepts international clients, and session costs vary by location and the subscription model used.
Hayden uses an integrative style. He draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Attachment-Based work to match what each person needs. Sessions aim to give clear tools for managing difficult feelings, practical coping strategies and time to talk things through without judgement.
In early sessions he usually focuses on what matters most to the client. That can include symptoms like anxiety or low mood, or life stresses such as career pressure, parenting strain or chronic illness. He explains ideas in straightforward language and builds a plan with the person he is working with.
Hayden emphasises respect and sensitivity. He encourages small steps that lead to better day-to-day coping, and helps people try new ways of responding to old patterns. The work may involve noticing thoughts and values, practising new behaviours, and reflecting on attachment and relationship patterns.
If someone wants to begin, they follow the site's Start Therapy steps to match and schedule. Hayden accepts international clients, and session costs vary by location and the subscription model used.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English
Approaches that shape online sessions
Hayden works from an integrative base and commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, connect with their values and take small actions that matter to them. It can help when worries or chronic health issues get in the way of living the life someone wants.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together and teaches practical skills to change patterns that keep problems going. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and coping with change. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationship patterns and how early bonds shape present-day closeness and trust, which can be useful for intimacy issues and attachment concerns.
Finding the right approach is a joint process. Hayden will talk with the person about goals, preferences and what has or has not helped before, and then try methods that suit their situation. This collaborative planning helps tailor the work and adjust it as progress is made.
The original biography did not specify which online session formats are offered, so please confirm options before booking. Many people choose online work because it can fit around work or caregiving, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists and registered or accredited professionals often find that remote sessions make it easier to maintain continuity during life changes.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Hayden help with?
He works with stress, anxiety and depression and supports people dealing with grief, addiction, ADHD and relationship or intimacy issues. He also helps with concerns linked to health challenges, identity and parenting.
What is his therapy style like?
The approach is collaborative and practical, using integrative counselling to pick methods that fit each person. Sessions focus on tools, coping strategies and talking through what matters most.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns. That experience informs a practical, client-led approach.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with the BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location and the subscription model used on the site; the subscription can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.