Philip Smyth
Experienced counsellor with practical focus
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About Philip
Philip Smyth trained as a counsellor after an earlier career in business and now brings four years' experience to his practice. He saw the benefits of talking therapy in his own life and chose to help others make changes. Philip works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
He also supports those dealing with relationship strain, family problems, grief and faith-related concerns. Philip offers a warm, down-to-earth approach that focuses on listening first.
Background and approach
Sessions aim to help people make small, practical changes. He does not present himself as someone who has all the answers, but as a partner in finding inner resources and clearer direction. In therapy he draws on a mix of approaches, including client-centred work and cognitive behavioural ideas, alongside relationship-focused methods and psychodynamic thinking.
This gives him a variety of ways to help people untangle specific patterns and day-to-day thoughts that get in the way. People come to him for help with intimacy and communication, attachment and commitment issues, addiction concerns, parenting strains, career worries and coping with major life changes.
He also supports those facing infertility stress, feelings of emptiness, guilt or shame, and problems around forgiveness. Philip aims to create an atmosphere where people feel heard and respected. He encourages practical steps and clear goals, while also attending to deeper emotional themes.
To start, clients use the site process to match and book sessions.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 4
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 393399
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Philip's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Philip works with
Everything Philip lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Philip lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Philip works online
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Philip will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then suggest ways of working that suit those aims. That choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work or family commitments and avoiding travel time. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins or regular weekly sessions when that works better for day-to-day life. The exact session formats available are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking to make sure they match your needs.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Philip works with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem as well as relationship strain, grief and family problems. He also supports people facing issues like addiction, intimacy concerns and career changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He adopts a listening-first, practical style that combines client-centred conversations with targeted techniques. The aim is to help people make small, manageable changes while exploring deeper patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working with clients after a previous career in business. That background informs a practical, down-to-earth way of working.
What are his professional credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP, which is recorded as his credential, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the United Kingdom can enquire about working together.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
To get started, use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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