- Men's wellbeing focus
- Integrative counselling
- NCPS credential
About Philip
Philip Gilson-Smith is a counsellor who uses an integrative approach to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship strain. He works with practical concerns like addiction, grief, parenting pressures and career uncertainty. Philip holds NCPS and practises from the United Kingdom, speaking English and accepting international clients.
He focuses on helping people notice hidden patterns that get in the way of change. In sessions he helps clients clarify what matters to them, set realistic goals and try new ways of coping. The work is grounded in conversation and practical steps rather than jargon or complex theory.
Philip draws on client-centred ways of working, cognitive behaviour ideas and mindfulness in day-to-day sessions. He also uses hypnotherapy and Jungian approaches when these fit the person’s needs. He describes therapy as a collaborative exploration where the client’s experience guides what happens next.
People often come for support with trauma, anger, self-esteem or intimacy-related worries, as well as issues such as addiction, domestic violence recovery and fatherhood concerns. Philip also helps with attachment-related problems including abandonment, codependency and commitment fears.
The counselling relationship aims to produce small, practical changes that add up over time. Sessions often focus on understanding patterns, developing coping tools and rehearsing different responses to difficult situations. To begin, prospective clients follow the site process to match and schedule with Philip.
How his approaches work in online therapy
Philip commonly blends client-centred work with cognitive behavioural ideas and sometimes uses hypnotherapy. Client-centred work means the counsellor follows the person’s lead, listens closely and helps the person make sense of their experience. It helps with feeling heard, improving self-understanding and building confidence.Cognitive behavioural ideas focus on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. This approach helps people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try practical strategies to change them, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood and stress. Hypnotherapy is used as a complementary method to support relaxation, habit change and deeper reflective work when appropriate.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor and client will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then adapt methods over time. That collaborative planning helps make sure work is relevant to each person’s life.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals can use these benefits to help clients practise skills between meetings and keep therapy aligned with everyday routines.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties, plus grief, parenting concerns and addiction-related issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative style combining client-centred work, cognitive behavioural ideas and mindfulness to keep sessions practical and collaborative.
How much experience does he have?
Philip has five years of clinical experience working in private practice in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and region are relevant?
Philip holds NCPS and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options with the provider before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.