Philip Craig, AASW

Philip Craig helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression and low self-esteem. He also supports those facing relationship strain, compassion fatigue, addiction concerns and major life changes. Philip presents in a calm, respectful way and invites honest conversation about hard topics.

Philip has five years of professional experience and holds AASW, the Australian Association of Social Workers credential. He adapts sessions to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. Conversations focus on what matters most to the client and on small, achievable steps.

In sessions he listens for patterns that keep someone stuck and offers practical strategies to try between meetings. He uses approaches such as acceptance and commitment work and cognitive techniques to help manage difficult thoughts and feelings. He also draws on attachment-focused ideas to improve intimacy and communication.

Philip works with people exploring identity, including LGBT concerns, and those juggling caregiving, chronic illness or career pressure. He is open to discussing sensitive topics like kink, body image and grief without judgement. His style is straightforward and supportive, with attention to the person's goals.

To start, Philip encourages clients to name one small change they want to make. From there he helps set clear steps and checks progress together. He aims to make therapy a practical resource for day-to-day living, not just a place to talk.

How therapy methods translate to online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and choosing actions that match your values. It can help with anxiety, depression and decisions about life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behaviour, and builds practical skills for managing mood and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships shape current connection and communication, which can help with intimacy and relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Philip treats the choice of method as a collaborative decision based on what the person wants to change, their goals and their preferences. He will review what has or hasn't worked before and adapt the plan as therapy progresses.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and let someone schedule a shorter check-in when needed. It can also let people use video when they want face-to-face contact or choose a simpler option if bandwidth is limited. These practical benefits help therapy slot into everyday life without changing the therapeutic aims.