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Philip Gilson-Smith, NCPS

Philip Gilson-Smith is a counsellor practising from the United Kingdom.

About Philip

Philip Gilson-Smith is a counsellor practising from the United Kingdom. He uses a mix of practical and insightful methods to help people address anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and addiction. Philip works with concerns such as relationships, self‑esteem, grief and career uncertainty.

He also supports people facing parenting challenges, intimacy issues and life transitions. Philip takes an integrative approach that looks at patterns that hold people back. He helps clients notice unconscious habits and repeated behaviours that sabotage growth.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on clear goals and simple steps people can try between meetings. His work combines client‑centred listening with cognitive behavioural tools to change unhelpful thinking. He also draws on trauma‑focused techniques and hypnotherapy when they may help the presenting issue.

Jungian ideas about symbols and meaning are used to explore deeper life questions when relevant. Philip has five years of experience as a counsellor and is listed with NCPS. He offers practical coaching alongside therapeutic work for people who want both support and action plans.

Philip aims to make therapy understandable and useful from the first session. People who choose to work with him typically want clarity, relief from repeating patterns, or help setting and meeting personal goals. He invites people to explore their concerns at a pace that suits them and to build tools that carry forward after therapy ends.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCPS1218	May 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.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Self esteem
Addictions
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Fatherhood issues
Guilt and shame
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Narcissism
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse

Ways of working Philip names

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Approaches that suit online work and trauma recovery

Philip commonly uses Trauma‑Focused Therapy to address the effects of traumatic events by helping people process memories and reduce the impact of triggers. This approach is often used for symptoms that trace back to past abuse or frightening experiences. Client‑Centred Therapy is also central to his work and relies on attentive listening and reflection to help people feel heard and understood while they clarify their own goals. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, provides structured tools to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and is useful for anxiety, low mood and stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Philip will discuss different methods and help decide which fits the person's needs, goals and preferences. He treats the choice as collaborative and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text‑based messaging makes it easier to fit sessions around family life, work and travel. Video calls allow face‑to‑face conversation, phone sessions require less bandwidth, live chat can serve as a brief check‑in, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between appointments. These options give practical flexibility while keeping the focus on the therapeutic goals.

Frequently asked

What kinds of issues does Philip help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief and relationship concerns. Additional areas include self‑esteem, parenting, intimacy issues, career change and life purpose.

What is Philip's therapeutic style like?

Philip uses a blend of client‑centred listening and practical techniques such as cognitive behavioural methods. He may also draw on trauma‑focused work, hypnotherapy and Jungian ideas to suit the person.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of experience working as a counsellor and supporting people with a broad range of emotional and behavioural concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

Philip is listed with NCPS and practices from the United Kingdom.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and Philip accepts international clients.

Which session formats are offered?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text‑based messaging so people can choose what fits their routine.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What steps are involved in starting therapy?

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