- Thoughts and habits
- Practical strategies
- Compassionate listening
About Philip
Philip Craig is an AASW counsellor with five years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Philip aims to meet clients where they are and to treat them with respect and compassion.
He shapes conversations and plans around each person's needs. Sessions focus on practical changes people can use between meetings. Philip listens for patterns in thinking and behaviour that keep problems going, then helps people try different responses.
Philip draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help with unhelpful thoughts and everyday habits. He also works from attachment-based and client-centred ideas to build stronger emotional understanding and safer ways of relating.
People come for many reasons - burnout, addiction, grief, parenting stress, ADHD-related challenges, intimacy issues and career change are all within his experience. Philip also supports people exploring sexuality, kink, blended family concerns and chronic health challenges.
He keeps therapy straightforward and free of jargon. The focus is on small, doable steps that can change daily life. Taking the first step is often the hardest part, and Philip aims to make that step easier to take.
He shapes conversations and plans around each person's needs. Sessions focus on practical changes people can use between meetings. Philip listens for patterns in thinking and behaviour that keep problems going, then helps people try different responses.
Philip draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help with unhelpful thoughts and everyday habits. He also works from attachment-based and client-centred ideas to build stronger emotional understanding and safer ways of relating.
People come for many reasons - burnout, addiction, grief, parenting stress, ADHD-related challenges, intimacy issues and career change are all within his experience. Philip also supports people exploring sexuality, kink, blended family concerns and chronic health challenges.
He keeps therapy straightforward and free of jargon. The focus is on small, doable steps that can change daily life. Taking the first step is often the hardest part, and Philip aims to make that step easier to take.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
AASW · Australia
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values, which can help with anxiety, low mood and motivation. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thinking patterns and testing them through practical exercises, useful for stress, worries and everyday habit change. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape present-day connection and can help with relationship tension and intimacy issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Philip will discuss options with each person and tailor methods to their goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where the client and therapist try techniques and adjust what isn’t helpful.
Practical benefits of online sessions include easier scheduling around work or family, shorter check-ins when life is busy, and being able to join from wherever quieter surroundings are available. The specific session formats Philip uses should be confirmed before booking so people know what to expect. Overall, online work can fit therapy into everyday life while focusing on skills for managing thoughts and daily habits.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can Philip help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem and relationship concerns, and a wide range of related issues such as addiction, ADHD and caregiver stress.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Philip uses a straightforward, respectful approach that focuses on listening, identifying unhelpful thinking and trying practical changes between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has five years of professional work experience helping clients with anxiety, motivation, trauma, confidence and depression.
What are his credentials and location?
Philip holds AASW and practises in Australia.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside Australia work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a therapy process with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.