Hi, my name is Philip.
I have worked with clients for a number of years doing both face-to-face and on-line sessions.
Previously I worked in business but then, due to challenges in my own life, I decided to try talking therapy. Having seen the benefits of this, first hand, I wanted to be able to help others.
Over the years, I have gained a wide range of experience in helping clients with things such as; stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief and faith.
As well as working with individuals, I also help couples to repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen their emotional intimacy with each other.
From my own experience, I know how difficult it can be to take that first step of reaching out for support. It takes courage to talk to someone else about what is going on in your life, so well done for taking that first step.
It is very humbling to be able to enter into people's lives and support them, whatever they are going through. I don't have all of the answers, but I want to help you to find your inner strength, and experience the life which you want.
I look forward to getting to know you and working together.
Additional areas of focus: 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
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) #393399
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Very good
Written on May 12, 2026 after therapy with Philip for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and intimacy-related issues
Philip Smyth has been extremely helpful towards me. He is very good at listening and offering advice where needed. I would definitely recommend him to anyone on BetterHelp. He is really kind too!
Written on Sep 08, 2025 after therapy with Philip for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Philip listens and understands
Very happy to have him as a therapist
Written on Jan 25, 2025 after therapy with Philip for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
I highly recommend Philip as a therapist! He’s been incredibly supportive and has truly helped me improve my mental health. His conversations are insightful, compassionate, and have made a real difference in my life. I’m so grateful for his guidance and care!
Written on Nov 11, 2024 after therapy with Philip for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues