I am licensed in the UK with 3 years of professional work experience. I have worked with clients using integrative counselling, which allows me to use various skills and approaches which are suitable for the client and what is brought. Working frequently with anxiety, depression, abuse in all forms, race, relationship, imposter syndrome, learning to say no, and the list goes on.
I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and tailor my dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, providing tools, helping you develop healthy or more positive ways of managing, coping mechanisms, allowing you a space to express safely, without judgement! Taking the first step to sign up for coundrlling can take courage and is an amazing step in your journey of self-development, understanding, growth, healing or whatever you might wish/need to use the space for. You should be proud of yourself for taking this step.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Amazing , awesome therapist
Written on Jan 09, 2026 after therapy with Hayden for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Hayden is first of all a human being, compassionate, knowledgeable and real. He’s helped me acknowledge my worth, deal with my anxiety and guided me through difficult situations, he’s a rock I rely on while sailing my ship through life.
Written on Aug 10, 2025 after therapy with Hayden for 3 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
Hayden is very understanding and helpful. Very kind as well and makes you feel comfortable from the get go.
Written on Jun 30, 2025 after therapy with Hayden for 3 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
For me, Hayden has been the most validating therapist I've ever had. I've never once felt judged and he always responds to my experiences in a way that encourages growth in self confidence.
Written on Mar 14, 2025 after therapy with Hayden for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I've had a great experience with Hayden as my therapist. He listens attentively and creates a comfortable space where I feel heard and understood. What sets Hayden apart is his ability to offer thoughtful, practical advice that genuinely helps me navigate challenges. He doesn’t just listen—he provides insights and strategies that make a real difference.
Written on Feb 17, 2025 after therapy with Hayden for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I've connected with Hayden after multiple visits to a Other Therapists but he showed me what I was really need from first session to express myself in safe zone.
He listens very carefully to me and make a positive discussion he gave me space without pushing or judging or using those medical words which I don't want to hear.
Thank you Hayden.
Written on Jan 07, 2025 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
I've been with Hayden almost a half a year and he's helped me get through a really dark time, as well as encourage me through some self discovery. I'm thankful for him.
Written on Dec 31, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
I'd a great time with Hayden François, who is a great active listener providing relevant guidance tailored to my needs. Being part of several marginalized communities, I felt Hayden François had that additional knowledge that many therapists usually don't have. Thanks!
Written on Dec 21, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 1 month on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and compassion fatigue
I have tried therapy in the past and I never seemed to like it until now. Hayden is an amazing therapist and really listens offering a lot of empathy and understanding. Highly recommend to anyone looking to start their therapy journey.
Written on Dec 02, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Hayden is a great therapist. He really listens to me, offers advice as well as personal anecdotes to make it seem more relatable and that progress can definitely be made. It feels safe talking to Hayden and I really appreciate it.
Written on Oct 05, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
I would highly recommend Hayden, he has been very helpful and understanding in supporting me through both practical and emotional hurdles. He is kind and constructive :) 10/10 from me.
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Hayden is wonderful, would strongly recommend, After 3 weeks my mental health has improved greatly, and using the tips and techniques has got me into a healthy, positive routine!
Written on Sep 02, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Hayden is very attentive and listens. He has provided me with suggestions which have helped.
Written on Jun 18, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I’ve enjoyed every session with Hayden and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
Written on May 08, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Hayden is an amazing therapist. He's helping me get through a really hard time right now with understanding and a healthy perspective of my issues
Written on May 01, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and anger management
Hayden is very welcoming and an excellent excellent listener, he has really helped me and I look forward to more sessions with him
Written on Mar 30, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Great listener kind and non judgemental
Written on Mar 26, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
I find Hayden is very easy to talk to and understanding, I feel he doesn't always tell you what you want to hear but tells you when you need to hear and really connects on a personal level to help you progress in yourself.
I can not recommend him enough and will continue our sessions for the foreseeable.
Written on Mar 19, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Been working with Hayden for couple of months now and it has helped me tremendously. We have been working on various different things from body image to previous traumas . I feel like I think differently and with alot better perspective since working with Hayden . Would Highly recommend to anyone who are thinking about using a therapist
Written on Mar 19, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Hayden has really helped me. When I started talking with him I felt completely lost, hopeless and riddled with guilt. I now feel so much more grounded and positive and able to cope with what life has thrown at me. Thanks so much Hayden
Written on Feb 09, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem
Hayden is kind and professional.
He really put me at ease and help me to do deal with my emotions. Thanks to him I was able to manage my situation and I gain news tools for my every day life. Am more than grateful and I do recommande him without a doubt !
Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and lgbt
Very friendly and understanding. I use chat. And even through that I feel he waits and listens and really takes on board what I am talking about. I like how he is happy to engage as much or as little as I need on a day.
Written on Jan 29, 2024 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Hayden has been an understanding and supportive listener. I found our sessions very helpful because he gives practical advice to any problem. He's helped me deal with issues ranging from anxiety to self-esteem to issues of racism and fitting in. We covered a lot of ground and I felt like I was able to achieve my goals with him in three months.
Written on Dec 19, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Hayden has been really helpful and I feel really understands me!
Written on Nov 30, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He is just awesome
Written on Nov 29, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
Helped me a lot.
Written on Nov 28, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Hayden is such a lovely therapist he listens and really invests in taking the time to help me with my needs, he gives me lots of great advice about how to deal with my sleeping and anxiety I would definitely recommend:)
Written on Nov 26, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Hayden is a great and attentive listener. His advice were really constructive, took my situation in consideration and really helped me in the short time we've had together. I highly recommend his on-point and judgement free approach.
Written on Oct 26, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Hayden is an outstanding therapist! He takes the time to really get to the bottom of your concerns and offers practical ways to work through what you’re going through. He is truly just one of the best humans and is so helpful and knowledgeable. I have worked through so many things with Hayden like recurring pregnancy loss, work issues, family issues. So grateful for Hayden and the Better Help platform, being able to access his services from half way across the world and across time zones.
Written on Oct 02, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and adhd
Hayden is an amazing human and has provided me a lot of help. I am so happy to have him help me navigate through these times.
Thank you
Written on Sep 10, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Improved my life.
Written on Jun 09, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Hayden has been wonderful. Hayden has put me at ease and I have been able to open up about all kinds of things I hadn't even thought about. It has been an incredible experience and I plan to continue!
Written on Jun 06, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 1 month on issues concerning grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
He is a very well-rounded therapist, ready to listen and help in any way possible. Young and very familiar with the problems people have.
Written on May 07, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
So far my experience with Hayden has been very good. He is easy to talk with. He is supportive and I feel comfortable to open and discuss issues with him.
Written on Apr 28, 2023 after therapy with Hayden for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, eating disorders, and coaching
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