Philip "Phil" Giles, BACP

Philip "Phil" Giles is a UK-credentialed therapist with more than 16 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and mood-related concerns such as depression and low self-esteem. He brings specific experience working with borderline personality traits, motivation and confidence issues, and a wide range of life transitions that can affect identity and relationships.

Prior to his therapeutic work, Philip spent over 25 years in uniformed service as a police officer and an armed services officer. That background includes responding to critical incidents across the United Kingdom and working in international settings, which informs his calm, practical approach to complex emotional responses. He has also lived and worked abroad and has experience with aspects of corporate and personal injury law.

Philip works with clients worldwide and emphasises respect, sensitivity and compassion in every therapeutic relationship. He holds the BACP credential, which reflects recognised membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and a commitment to ongoing professional standards. His practice focuses on helping people build coping skills, improve communication, and find clearer direction during difficult periods of life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Philip "Phil" Giles draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where a client’s priorities guide the work - this approach helps people explore their feelings and make choices that align with their values. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to teach practical skills for managing overwhelming emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive reactions. Mindfulness therapy is incorporated to help clients develop present-moment awareness and reduce stress through simple attention and breathing practices.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Philip works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the focus as progress unfolds so the work remains relevant and effective.

Online sessions offer flexibility for clients with busy schedules, mobility limits or those living outside the therapist's immediate area. Philip provides support via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that best suits their comfort and day-to-day life while maintaining continuity of care.