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Philip "Phil" Giles, BACP

Philip "Phil" Giles helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.

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About Philip

Philip "Phil" Giles helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. He is Philip Giles and he writes simply and directly about practical help. He has 16 years of therapy experience and holds BACP registration in the United Kingdom.

He keeps sessions focused on what the person in front of him wants to change. Conversations are straightforward and respectful. He uses listening, questions and practical strategies so people can make small, realistic changes.

Background and approach

Phil draws on a mix of approaches to suit different needs. He often uses client-centred work to follow what someone most wants to talk about. He may introduce mindfulness exercises to help manage anxiety or DBT skills for emotional regulation.

His background includes time as a police officer and an armed services officer, and he has worked on critical incidents across the UK. He has also lived and worked abroad and has experience with corporate and personal injury law matters. Sessions are offered in English and can be arranged with international clients.

He aims to make the process clear and manageable, starting with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling that fits each person's situation.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	33560	March 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Philip lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Ways of working Philip names

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Approaches that suit online therapy

Client-centred work focuses on following what matters most to the person. The counsellor listens and reflects so people feel heard and can set their own goals. This approach helps when someone needs a calm, steady space to talk about stress, relationships or low mood.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, or DBT, includes practical skills for managing strong emotions and reducing impulsive reactions. Short exercises and skills practice can be taught in sessions and reinforced between appointments, which many people find useful for anxiety and mood regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person's needs, and adjust the plan as therapy progresses. This collaborative way helps people see what helps most for them rather than following a fixed route.

Online therapy offers flexibility with video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can fit into a short break and use less bandwidth, chat works well for quick check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel and family commitments and help people keep continuity even when they are overseas.

Frequently asked

What concerns does this counsellor help with?

Philip supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression, plus related issues such as communication problems, isolation and life direction.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He works in a straightforward, respectful way. Sessions focus on what each person wants to change and use listening, questions and practical strategies.

What experience does he bring to sessions?

He has 16 years of professional therapy experience and a background as a police officer and armed services officer, including work on critical incidents across the UK.

What professional credential is listed and where is he based?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

In which languages can I work with him?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

Which session formats are available online?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I need to do to start working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.