Phil Carless - Anxiety & Emotional Health Coach
Helping people tackle their anxiety and emotional health issues through 1:1 guidance and support
The structure of the Anxiety Breakthrough Formula Programme has a profound impact on anxiety and emotional health and is the foundation towards overcoming many anxiety and mental health related issues.
With our proven support methods, we can change lives and also help develop a more proactive approach to emotional health wellbeing.
* Anxiety Breakthrough support is available to;
- Individuals
- Small businesses and EAPs - Employee Assistance Programmes
- Companies/Organisations
- Grassroots Football Clubs and Football Leagues
Exciting News Nov 2025: Proudly supporting and working alongside the Football Mental Health Alliance (FMHA) in tackling Mental Health and Neurodiversity across Grassroots football - see My Offering and Partners/Alliances
How We Turn Struggle Into Strength
We use a step-by-step coaching process that helps you:
- Break Free from Anxiety and Negative Thinking - Learn how to overcome self-doubt, reduce anxiety, and regain control of your thoughts
- Build Resilience That Lasts -Develop the confidence and emotional strength to navigate life's challenges more effectively
- Increase Self-Awareness and Emotional Understanding - Identify the underlying causes of anxiety and gain deeper insight into your emotions and behaviours
- Take Control of Your Mental Wellbeing - Build the skills, mindset and confidence needed to create lasting positive change
Measuring Meaningful Outcomes
We believe lasting transformation should be measurable:
- Connection Spectrum -Measures changes in anxiety, overwhelm, self-belief and emotional connection
- Flourishing Scale - Assesses overall psychological wellbeing, including purpose, relationships and life satisfaction
- Self-Compassion Scale -Evaluates self-kindness, mindfulness and emotional resilience
Why This Matters
Proven results:
- Greater self-confidence and self-acceptance
- Reduced anxiety and emotional distress
- Stronger relationships and social connection
- Increased sense of purpose and direction
- Improved resilience and emotional wellbeing
When people thrive, the benefits extend to families, friends, workplaces, teams and communities
Meet Phil Carless
Certified Anxiety Breakthrough Coach and Certified Emotional Health Coach
Living in Ampthill, Bedfordshire for the past 30 years
My Story
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From Personal Struggle to Helping Others...
If you’ve ever felt trapped by anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the challenges of a long-term chronic pain condition, you know how quickly life can start to feel unmanageable.
Early in 2022, my own life changed unexpectedly. I developed intense joint stiffness and widespread muscle pain that made even simple everyday tasks feel impossible. After many medical appointments, tests, and referrals, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia — a condition I had never even heard of before...
What surprised me most wasn’t just the physical pain, but the impact it had on everyday life. The uncertainty, anxiety and emotional frustration of dealing with ongoing symptoms, together with the limitations they created, became just as challenging to manage as the physical pain itself.
It was during this time that I discovered the Anxiety and Emotional Breakthrough Health Academy and I decided to train as a certified coach. The experience gave me a much better understanding of the connection between our thoughts, emotions, nervous system and overall wellbeing. It gave me a greater understanding of my own experiences and over time, led me to realise that I could use what I'd learned to help others
Today, I support people experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm and the challenges of living with chronic pain. Having faced some of these challenges myself, I know how difficult it can be to feel stuck. I work alongside people to make sense of what they're experiencing, find practical ways to manage the challenges they face, and take steps towards feeling more in control of their lives.
Alongside my coaching, I am actively involved in initiatives that support mental health and neurodiversity awareness within grassroots football. My focus is on providing individuals with the knowledge and resources to better understand the challenges associated with ADHD, autism, and other neurodevelopmental conditions, both on and off the pitch.
A key focus is supporting parents and working with coaches to create inclusive environments and make appropriate adjustments where needed.... My work supports the whole football community - coaches, parents, carers, guardians, players, and volunteers.
Football has been a lifelong passion of mine, from playing at a decent level, managing/coaching U10-U18's, and now being able to combine those experiences with meaningful support in mental health, is something I care deeply about.
So if you are dealing with your own anxiety, emotional challenges, chronic pain, or would like to seek support from your involvement in grassroots football, you are not alone, there is a way forward, and I’d love to help!
Just a click away from asking me any questions or to arrange a call with me..