Philip "Phil" Giles, BACP
Experienced therapist with narrative focus
Details
| Name | Philip "Phil" Giles |
|---|---|
| Credentials | BACP |
| Based in | United Kingdom |
| Registered with | BACP |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 16 |
About Philip
Philip "Phil" Giles offers short, clear help for people coping with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He writes and talks plainly so people under pressure can follow each step. Phil aims to make the first conversations straightforward and easy to manage.
Phil has 16 years of therapy experience and is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Before moving into counselling he spent over 25 years as a police officer and in the armed services, and he has also worked in corporate and personal injury law.
Background and approach
That background shapes how he listens for practical patterns and real-life pressures. In sessions he blends narrative ideas with client-centred and mindfulness approaches. That means he helps people look at the stories they tell about themselves, pays attention to what matters to the person in front of him, and uses simple mindfulness tools to manage overwhelming feelings.
Phil also draws on psychodynamic thinking and elements of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy where they suit the issue at hand. He supports people with complex concerns like dissociation, chronic pain and issues around attachment and abandonment. He works with people in the United Kingdom and internationally.
Sessions are offered in English by video, phone, messaging or live chat to fit different schedules and needs.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse among the things Philip works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Traumatic brain injury
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Philip among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Philip among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Philip among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Philip among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Philip among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Philip among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Philip directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Philip directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and practical approaches work online
Philip blends Narrative Therapy with client-centred and DBT-informed techniques in online sessions. Narrative Therapy looks at the stories people tell about their lives and separates the person from the problem, which can help with issues like trauma, shame and relationship patterns. Client-centred work focuses on listening without judgement and helping the person find their own solutions, useful for low self-esteem and depression. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy offers practical skills for managing intense emotions and impulsivity, which can be helpful for stress, anxiety and relationship conflict.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Phil will work together with each person to decide which methods suit their needs and goals. That might mean trying different approaches over time and adjusting what happens in sessions to match progress and preferences.
Online therapy here is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video lets people see and hear each other for a fuller conversation. Phone sessions can be quicker check-ins or a way to avoid camera use. Live chat and messaging suit shorter updates or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel or health limitations while keeping focus on practical change and emotional clarity.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of problems can be addressed?
Phil helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He also works with related issues such as attachment difficulties, chronic pain, dissociation and life-purpose questions.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is straightforward and practical. He listens to the person's story, reflects what matters, and suggests concrete steps to ease distress.
What is his professional background?
He has 16 years of therapy experience and over 25 years' prior service as a police and armed services officer, together with work in corporate and personal injury law.
What credentials and location are noted?
He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Work can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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