- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- CBT and DBT skills
About Phillip
In sessions he keeps conversation direct and practical. He listens to what matters most and works with clients to set clear, manageable goals. He uses tools from known therapy approaches to help people test small changes and notice what works in daily life.
Phillip draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to help people change unhelpful thinking and manage strong emotions. He also uses Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques to help someone clarify priorities and take the next step toward a goal. These methods are used to support concrete action rather than abstract reflection alone.
Sessions tend to be straightforward talk with exercises or practice between meetings when useful. He helps clients try short experiments, reshape communication patterns, and rebuild routines that reduce stress. The focus is on what the person wants to change and practical ways to move forward.
People who feel stuck after a job change, life transition, or a period of drifting about purpose often come with questions he addresses in session. He asks clear questions, offers feedback, and helps people pick small, realistic steps they can test between meetings.
License and NPI on record
- LCSW
- Indiana · 34009111A
- NPI
- 1598356099
As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Indiana
Languages
English
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Phillip uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test unhelpful thoughts. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and trying different responses to reduce stress and anxiety. He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance techniques that can be practiced between meetings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss your goals and preferences and then suggest whether CBT, DBT skills, Motivational Interviewing, or a solution-focused method fits best. That choice is collaborative and can shift as needs change.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy around work and family commitments and keeping appointments without travel. The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for shorter check-ins, practicing communication exercises with notes on hand, or keeping momentum when life gets busy.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and depression. He also focuses on communication problems, loneliness, life purpose, and self-love.
How would he describe his approach to someone feeling stuck?
He uses direct, practical conversation and goal-setting. Sessions often include small experiments and exercises to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He holds an LCSW and has three years of professional experience working with the listed concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed in Indiana as an LCSW.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps start the process of working together?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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