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Phillip Jones

Phillip Jones

LCSW

Therapist · California · 10+ years of experience

Practical, calm support for tough emotions

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  • Focus on coping skills
  • Plainspoken guidance
  • 10 years experience

About Phillip

Phillip Jones is a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and anger. He welcomes straightforward conversations and aims to make the first steps feel manageable. Phillip writes in plain language so worried readers can understand what to expect.

He creates a calm space where people can talk without judgment. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking. Phillip listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and works with each person to try different ways of responding.

Phillip uses approaches grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide treatment decisions. He tailors interventions to the issue at hand, whether that means working on coping skills, improving communication, or processing past hurt. He also addresses related concerns such as sleep, eating, addiction, and work stress.

Over a decade of practice in California has given him experience across many issues, including grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and concerns tied to identity and discrimination. He supports people dealing with intimacy challenges, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue as well.

If someone wants to explore therapy with him, Phillip helps map out clear goals and practical next steps. He encourages people to move at their own pace and checks in often about what is or isn't helping.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseYoung adult issues

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Phillip draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide his work. One common strand involves teaching practical coping skills to manage strong feelings like anger and anxiety, focusing on simple steps people can use in the moment. Another approach emphasizes processing past trauma and abuse in a paced way so memories stop driving immediate reactions and daily functioning improves.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative task. Phillip talks with each person about their goals, life demands, and what has or hasn't helped before, and then tailors techniques to fit those needs. He checks in regularly to see if the plan is working and adjusts as needed.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which online options are offered before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for fitting therapy into busy schedules, reducing travel time, and maintaining continuity when life changes. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins or more frequent brief contacts to support coping between longer sessions.

At a glance

Listed location
California
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (California)
LCSW · No. 108732
NPI
1184769101

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he work with most often?

Phillip commonly helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, and addictions. He also addresses related problems like sleep, eating, grief, and career stress.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He keeps sessions direct and practical, focusing on clear coping steps and improving daily routines. Conversations aim to identify patterns and test small changes that can make life easier.

What kind of experience does he bring?

He has worked as a licensed clinician for 10 years in California and has seen a wide range of problems across many settings. That background shapes a practical, problem-solving approach.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in California.

Can people who live outside the United States meet with him?

International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How does billing and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the first step to begin therapy?

To start, click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
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  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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