- Attachment based work
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Mindfulness practices
About Philip
Philip Nicholas is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Tennessee with four years of experience. He works with people facing trauma, addiction, social anxiety, grief, and other life transitions. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use to manage stress and improve day-to-day functioning.
He combines several approaches to match what each person needs. Philip uses client-centered methods to listen and reflect what matters most to the person in front of him. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build new coping skills.
For people who have painful memories or trauma, he can include EMDR-style approaches to reduce the intensity of those memories. Mindfulness practices are used to help someone notice thoughts and feelings with less reactivity. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and how early bonds affect current trust and closeness.
Philip has worked with young adults, veterans, and first responders, and has experience supporting people through grief, addiction, and attachment issues. He draws on those experiences when helping people set achievable goals and small behavioral changes that fit daily life.
Sessions aim to be straightforward and goal-oriented. Philip asks about what is getting in the way now, what someone most wants to change, and then builds short-term plans to test new ways of coping. He supports people as they practice those changes between meetings.
How Philip uses therapy approaches in online work
Philip commonly integrates client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting what matters most to the person, helping them feel understood and helping clarify goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior, then builds step-by-step practices to reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning.He may also use attachment-based ideas to explore how early relationships shape current trust and interaction patterns, which can help with relationship and intimacy concerns. These methods are described and tried collaboratively, so the therapist and client decide together which approaches feel most helpful for the person’s goals.
Confirm the exact session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins that work around work or caregiving schedules. Some formats also let people choose shorter or camera-free sessions if that helps them manage social anxiety and stay engaged.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with trauma, addiction, grief, social anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, and related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered approach along with cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness to create clear, practical steps for change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Philip has four years of experience as a licensed counselor working with young adults, veterans, and first responders.
What credential and region does he practice in?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Tennessee.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees organized?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.