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Online therapist

Dr. Floyd Phillips

Experienced LCSW focused on family and parenting concerns

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
30 years
Licensed in
New York
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Floyd

Dr. Floyd Phillips offers practical support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship tension, addictions, and self-esteem struggles. He welcomes conversations that focus on day-to-day coping, clearer communication, and small steps toward feeling more stable.

Dr. Phillips trained as a social worker and holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential in New York. He works in English and accepts international clients for remote sessions.

He began his career after earning a B.A. in psychology from City College of New York and a Master of Science in social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work.

Background and approach

Early work in community programs and public service shaped his focus on accessible help for people facing substance misuse and mental health challenges. Over decades he added postgraduate training in psychotherapy and group methods. Dr.

Phillips completed doctoral coursework and research in health education and behavioral studies, earning an EdD that emphasized health disparities and public health approaches. He later co-founded the New York Institute of Health and Behavior to combine research, teaching, and treatment in practical ways for communities in New York.

In sessions he draws on long experience with talk-based therapies including psychoanalytic techniques and group approaches. He aims to make therapy understandable and useful, helping people notice patterns, try new behaviors, and manage symptoms that get in the way of daily life. His practice balances depth with practical skills people can use between meetings.

With thirty years of experience, Dr. Phillips brings steady, experienced guidance to people seeking help for mood, stress, addictive patterns, parenting and family concerns, and relationship difficulties. He helps clients set realistic goals and choose steps that fit their lives.

Therapeutic approaches for online family and parenting support

Dr. Phillips commonly draws on psychoanalytic techniques that help people identify long-standing patterns and how those patterns affect current relationships and parenting. This approach looks at repeated reactions and feelings to make them easier to change.

He also uses group-informed psychotherapy ideas to address how people relate to others. These techniques can help clients practice different ways of communicating and get feedback about how those changes feel in the moment.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss needs, goals, and preferences and then try techniques that fit the situation. Over time they adjust the plan based on what helps most.

Online therapy with Dr. Phillips is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging, offering flexible options for busy schedules. Remote sessions make it easier to keep regular appointments and to follow up between meetings when issues come up in daily life. For many people this flexibility helps therapy fit into parenting and family routines while keeping work on practical steps and deeper understanding.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, and self-esteem difficulties.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses talk-based psychotherapy, including psychoanalytic and group-informed methods, aimed at understanding patterns and building practical coping skills.
How long has he practiced?
He has three decades of experience working in clinical, community, and research settings.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York, license number NY LCSW 073369, and is based in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
30 years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English

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