Philip Clary, LPC - Therapist in Georgia

About Philip

Philip Clary is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia. He focuses on family and parenting concerns alongside stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, depression, addictions, and life changes. He takes a calm, patient approach and helps people talk through what feels overwhelming.

Philip aims to help clients find clearer direction and more meaningful connections in daily life. Philip trained with a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling and he holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and German.

Background and approach

He also spent a year studying at Phillips Universität in Marburg, Germany. His background in philosophy shapes the way he talks about purpose, meaning, and life choices in sessions. In practice he combines several therapy styles to match each person’s needs.

He uses mindfulness to help people stay present and reduce reactivity. Narrative therapy is used to examine life stories and change unhelpful patterns. Solution-focused techniques are applied to set small, practical goals that move people forward.

Philip has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings across more than a decade. That experience informs how he supports people during big transitions, midlife questions, or recovery from trauma and loss. He also brings cultural touchpoints into conversation when helpful, such as games, comics, or films, to make ideas easier to talk about.

Sessions center on clear goals and collaboration. Philip helps clients name what matters, try steps that fit their life, and adjust plans as they learn what works. He writes and speaks plainly so parents can quickly see whether his style might fit their family’s needs.

Approaches that fit online family and parenting work

Philip commonly uses existential therapy to help people talk about meaning, purpose, and how they want to live. This approach can be useful when a parent or partner feels stuck, empty, or uncertain about life direction. Hypnotherapy is employed to access focused relaxation and reduce symptoms like anxiety or intrusive thoughts; it can help with coping and habit change when used alongside other techniques.

Mindfulness therapy is another key approach he uses to help clients stay present, notice stress responses, and build simple daily practices that reduce reactivity. These methods are practical and often paired with solution-focused techniques to set small, achievable goals for family or parenting challenges.

Finding the right mix is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each client to choose approaches based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. That conversation guides whether sessions lean more toward meaning-focused work, skill-building, or short-term problem solving.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for busy families. Video calls let people meet face to face, phone sessions reduce screen time, and live chat or text-based messaging provide brief check-ins between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a family schedule and to continue progress from wherever clients are.

Existential Therapy

Takes the larger questions seriously: meaning, choice, mortality, responsibility. Suited to periods when the difficulty is less a symptom than a sense that something has to change.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

Narrative Therapy

Looking at the story you have come to tell about yourself, and where it came from. The work is in separating the problem from your identity and finding accounts that fit you better.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Philip address?

Philip helps with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, depression, addictions, family and parenting matters, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career questions. He also focuses on emptiness, forgiveness, life purpose, and midlife crisis.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He works in a straightforward, patient way that emphasizes collaboration and clear goals. Sessions focus on practical steps, exploring meaning, and reducing distress.

What is his professional background?

He has 11 years of counseling experience in inpatient and outpatient settings and holds a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. His bachelor’s studies in philosophy influence his approach.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with license number GA LPC LPC007488 and practices in Georgia.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for online therapy.

How does pricing work?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 11 years
Licensed: Georgia
Languages: English

Next step

Talk to Philip

Takes a few minutes
Nothing to set up just to look
Stop at any point

Book with Philip