Philip Gilson-Smith , NCPS

Philip Gilson-Smith is an integrative therapeutic counsellor practising privately in the United Kingdom who supports people facing a broad range of emotional and relational challenges. He works with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, addiction and loss, and offers focused help for domestic abuse recovery, confidence and self-esteem difficulties as well as relationship concerns. He also supports those navigating parenting, career transitions, grief and intimacy-related issues.

With five years of clinical experience and the NCPS credential, Philip brings structured training and a professional counselling background to his work. He places particular emphasis on uncovering unconscious patterns that can undermine growth, success and personal development, helping clients to recognize recurring dynamics and choose different paths forward.

Philip approaches therapy in an integrative way, combining techniques and perspectives to fit the needs of each person. Whether someone is seeking clarity, goal setting, or practical tools to address a specific problem, he aims to explore the contours of the individual’s experience collaboratively and to support meaningful breakthroughs. He is currently accepting clients, including those based outside the United Kingdom, and offers sessions through a variety of remote formats.

Integrative approaches and accessible online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-directive space where the client’s experience leads the work. It helps people build self-understanding, increase confidence, and clarify personal goals by prioritizing empathy and collaboration.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach that looks at the links between thoughts, emotions and behaviours. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress and unhelpful coping patterns by teaching skills to reframe thinking and try new behaviours.

Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access subconscious patterns and reinforce positive change. In this context it can support efforts to break habits, reduce anxiety responses and strengthen motivation for recovery.

Philip works collaboratively with clients to determine which approach or combination of approaches best fits their needs, goals and preferences. That therapeutic choice is part of the process and can be adjusted as progress unfolds.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to connect from different locations. These options allow for consistent, flexible care and make it possible to continue therapeutic work across changes in schedule or circumstance.