Philip Smyth, BACP
Philip Smyth is a counsellor who moved from a business career into therapy after his own experience with talking therapy.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
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About Philip
Philip Smyth is a counsellor who moved from a business career into therapy after his own experience with talking therapy. He now offers both online and face-to-face sessions and uses what he learned to help others find clearer ways forward.
Philip works from a practical, down-to-earth stance and aims to make the first steps feel easier for people who are worried about reaching out. He helps people with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and grief.
Background and approach
Relationship matters are a significant part of his work, from improving communication to repairing trust and emotional intimacy. He also supports people dealing with addiction, trauma and major life changes. Philip draws on several approaches to suit each person’s needs.
He uses client-centred listening to make sure people feel heard. He offers practical tools from cognitive behavioural therapy to help change unhelpful patterns. He also works with psychodynamic ideas to look at deeper patterns that repeat in relationships.
With four years of experience and membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP, he combines personal understanding with professional practice. He describes therapy as a collaborative process and invites curiosity rather than judgement. Sessions are adaptable to the individual.
Philip aims to help clients find their own strengths and ways to act differently in everyday life. He focuses on small, achievable steps so progress is practical and visible.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 393399 | December 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.
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Focus areas and approaches
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.
Online support
He also uses cognitive behavioural therapy or CBT, a practical method that identifies unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and replaces them with more helpful choices. CBT is useful for issues like anxiety, low mood and stress because it gives clear strategies you can use between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Philip works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person's goals and preferences. He will discuss options, try different ways of working, and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Philip is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls let you speak face to face when a visual connection helps. Phone sessions can be easier if less bandwidth is available or if being on camera feels difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging can fit around busy days and allow brief check-ins or longer typed conversations. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into everyday life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of issues does Philip help with?
Philip works with many concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe his style of therapy?
He takes a practical and collaborative approach, combining listening with hands-on techniques from different therapies to help people make changes that fit their life.
What is his professional background?
Philip moved from a business background into counselling after personal experience of therapy. He has four years of clinical experience working with individuals and couples.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Philip accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Philip offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin the process with Philip?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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