Welcome to Get Philosophical!
We are a private philosophical counselling practise that offers a tailored approach to helping you with your mental wellbeing. On this site you can learn more about what philosophical counselling is, how it works, who it works for and how it can help you. You can book a free 30-minute consultation by clicking the button below.
We are always happy to answer any questions you may have, and you are welcome to contact us via our social media’s linked about or via our email or phone number located at the bottom of this page.
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“As is a tale, so is life. Not how long it is, but how good it is.”
-Seneca The Younger
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What is Get Philosophical?
Learn Philosophy
Book a session with a professional philosopher to discuss philosophical topics, issues, dilemmas and the application of philosophical ideas to the real world, such as in your own life. All are welcome from any background, regardless of your level of understanding. Get Philosophical is open to all and is a place to learn and help others.
Philosophical Counselling
Philosophical counselling is a style of counselling designed to help people with “ordinary” or “ubiquitous” problems. In other words, problems everyone has that do not necessarily constitute mental illness. It uses philosophy to help enrich and improve a person’s perspective and thinking abilities to help them with their problems or concerns.
Philosophical Socials
Meet philosophers in our social events as we host Philo-Cafes where you can meet new people to discuss philosophy in a relaxed and accessible environment over a nice drink of your choice!
How It Works
The process of philosophical counselling, summed up in 4 simple steps.
1. Consultation
The first step is a free 30-minute consultation to get to know each other and get an understanding of your concerns or problems that you wish to cover in philosophical counselling.
2. First Session
In the first session we can start to build up a therapeutic relationship and start exploring the concerns or problems you bring to philosophical counselling, and we can start to develop an approach that suits you.
3. Application
Once we have decided on an approach we can start to apply it and over the course of a few sessions we can discuss if it’s working, what helps and what doesn’t help and start working through the concerns or problems you are confronting.
4. Ending Sessions
There is no minimum amount of sessions required. You can have 1 session or 12. Ideally we aim for 6–12 sessions depending on your individual concerns or problems and what you feel is best for you mentally, emotionally and financially. Clients are always welcome to return to philosophical counselling in the future and all sessions are booked individually based on your needs, wants and circumstances.
“I want to help people using a wisdom and compassion focused approach.”
Christopher Mountford is a graduate of the university of Keele and holder of a master’s degree in philosophy.
Having been exposed to philosophical practice in his 3rd year of undergraduate, he decided that he wanted to do it professionally.
He now runs “Get Philosophical”, a private philosophical counselling practice.
Christopher Mountford, MA
Owner
Testimonials
Regarding Philo-cafe
“…clearly extremely knowledgeable in the field and passionate about teaching others. His calm and kind demeanour put everyone at the sessions at ease and was able to facilitate some great in depth conversations. Coming away from each meet up left me pondering on different thoughts and has built up a great foundation for my own philosophical thinking.“
Tess Bo Watford
Student at Imperial College London
Regarding Philo-cafe
“…Chris was a fantastic facilitator whose expertise and friendliness allowed any member of the group, of any familiarity with philosophy to express and explore their opinions. The group was always well moderated, and ultimately had a fantastic atmosphere, which I think wouldn’t have been possible without his hard work, approachability and enthusiasm for the topic.“
Anonymous
Anonymous
“Working with Chris shaped my entire university experience. New to university, I struggled for the first few months to make and solidify friendships. At times, it felt very lonely. Chris was friendly and welcoming to newcomers. I felt very comfortable, despite being surrounded by people I’d never met! The conversation was always interesting, Chris was knowledgeable about the topics up for discussion each week. I learned something new each time I went! I was made to feel as though my input was valued! “
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Contact Us
Have questions or need assistance? We are here to help.
Call us:
07386609173
Email us:
chris@getphilosophical.com