Philip Gilson-Smith, NCPS
Philip Gilson-Smith is a therapeutically minded counsellor based in the United Kingdom.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +14 more
About Philip
Philip Gilson-Smith is a therapeutically minded counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression and relationship difficulties. He also supports those dealing with trauma, addiction, grief and self-esteem concerns.
Philip uses a blend of approaches to help people notice patterns that hold them back. He often helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and repetitive behaviours. Sessions focus on practical steps, clearer goals and small changes that add up over time.
Background and approach
With five years of experience he draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and client-centred ways of working alongside mindfulness and hypnotherapy techniques. Philip holds NCPS as a listed credential and uses that background to guide his practice. People come to him for issues such as communication problems, attachment and intimacy concerns, anger, and coping with life changes.
He also supports those facing substance misuse, domestic violence recovery and difficulties around parenting and fatherhood. In sessions he aims to create a calm, straightforward space for talking through current problems. He prefers to work collaboratively and will help you set clear, manageable goals.
If you want to explore patterns like avoidance, codependency or control issues, he will help map them and try out different strategies. Philip accepts online work and can connect with clients from different countries. He invites people ready to make changes to start with a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCPS1218 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Philip works with
Everything Philip lists, 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
Approaches Philip lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) targets the thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. It offers clear strategies to test worries, change patterns and develop more helpful routines, which can help with anxiety, depression and stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Philip will work with you to decide which methods fit your needs, goals and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change as you make progress.
Online work offers practical flexibility. Video calls let you use body language and visual cues; phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing, want ongoing check-ins, or need a way to reflect between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel while exploring the approaches above with a registered or accredited professional.
Frequently asked
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety and depression as well as relationship and intimacy issues. Other areas include trauma and abuse, addictions, grief and self-esteem problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He blends client-centred listening with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness. He also uses hypnotherapy and Jungian ideas when they suit a clients goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of counselling experience working in personal practise in the United Kingdom. That experience covers a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Philip lists NCPS as his credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts clients from other countries.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapists availability.
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