Philip "Phil" Giles, BACP

Philip "Phil" Giles offers help for people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems. He also supports those affected by trauma and abuse, and people struggling with self-esteem. Phil's style is direct and respectful, and he aims to make conversations straightforward and useful from the first session.

Phil has been working in therapy for 16 years and holds BACP accreditation, which is listed as his professional credential. Before becoming a counsellor he spent over 25 years in uniformed roles across police and armed services, and he draws on that experience when supporting clients with trauma, veterans' issues and midlife change. He has also worked abroad and has experience with corporate and personal injury contexts.

In sessions Phil keeps language plain and focuses on what helps day to day. He uses a mix of talking therapies and practical skills to help people manage difficult emotions, improve communication and rebuild confidence. He pays attention to patterns from the past that still affect the present, and he helps people find workable steps to feel better.

People seeking help around ageing and geriatric issues will find Phil able to discuss emotional and practical aspects of later life. He also works with concerns such as chronic pain, isolation, bereavement and life purpose that commonly affect people in midlife and beyond.

Sessions are conducted in English and he sees clients in the United Kingdom and internationally. Prospective clients are invited to use the site's Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange sessions according to his schedule.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person's experience at the heart of sessions. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said and helps people find their own solutions; it suits worries about self-esteem and relationships. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, focuses on building practical skills such as emotional regulation, distress tolerance and better communication, which can help with impulsivity, anxiety and relationship strain. Mindfulness Therapy teaches ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations with less reactivity, which is useful for stress, anxiety and chronic pain.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, test what helps and adapt methods over time. Clients take an active role in deciding which techniques feel most useful and when to try something different.

The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm the available options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people join from different locations, which may suit international clients. Registered or accredited professionals typically plan sessions to suit your daily routine and goals.