Registration on file

Philip "Phil" Giles, BACP

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

About Philip

Philip "Phil" Giles helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, depression, low self-esteem and trauma. He presents in a calm, direct way. He listens first, then works with each person to set straightforward goals.

Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm and find practical steps forward. Phil uses a mix of approaches to match what someone needs. He draws on client-centred methods to build trust and DBT skills to manage intense emotions.

Background and approach

He also uses trauma-focused and narrative techniques to make sense of painful memories and reduce their hold on daily life. Before becoming a counsellor Philip spent over 25 years in uniformed service, including policing and the armed forces. He also has experience living and working abroad and a background in corporate and personal injury law.

He brings that varied experience to his therapeutic work and understands high-pressure roles. Philip holds BACP accreditation from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He has practised for 16 years and sees people in the United Kingdom and internationally.

He works in plain language and aims to make sessions easy to follow. In practice he helps people talk through attachment, abandonment and communication problems. He supports those dealing with chronic pain, dissociation, infidelity, isolation and life-purpose concerns.

Each plan is shaped by the person in front of him and what they want to change.

Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed

← Browse all counsellors

Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	33560	March 2026

Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.

Check on the BACP register

Sessions and payment

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

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

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

Ways of working Philip names

Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor lists and does not check training records.

How different approaches help online

Philip combines trauma-focused therapy with client-centred work to help people understand and move beyond painful experiences. Trauma-focused work looks at the impact of traumatic events and helps reduce their intensity over time. Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so people feel heard and able to set personal goals.

He also uses Dialectical Behaviour Therapy - DBT - to teach practical skills for managing strong emotions and impulsive reactions. DBT is useful for building distress tolerance, improving emotion regulation and helping communication when feelings run high. Together these approaches aim to help clients stabilise, make sense of their past, and find clearer ways forward.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that fit a person's needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative process can be adjusted over time as goals change and progress is made.

Online work offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to use a camera. Text or chat options suit brief check-ins, reflective writing and people who prefer typing. These formats make it simpler to fit therapy into busy lives and to keep regular contact regardless of location.

Frequently asked

What kinds of concerns does Philip address?

Philip supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He also works with related issues such as abandonment, chronic pain, dissociation and life-purpose questions.

How would you describe his way of working?

He takes a straightforward, listening-first approach and then agrees clear goals with each person. Sessions combine talking, skills practice and practical steps to manage difficult feelings.

How much experience does he have?

He has 16 years of professional therapy experience and over 25 years of prior uniformed service in policing and the armed forces.

What accreditation does he hold and where is he based?

He holds BACP accreditation from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered to international clients and he sees people both in the UK and overseas.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions paid for?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.