PuttingFamilyFirst

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

PM Portrait of Philip Morrison
Online therapist

Philip Morrison

Compassionate, practical help for everyday struggles

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
25 years
Licensed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Philip

Philip Morrison is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of practice in Pennsylvania. He focuses on helping people sort through stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Philip aims to make the first step less daunting and creates an approachable setting for people to talk honestly about what’s hard.

He uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies to tackle everyday problems. Philip often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.

Background and approach

He also uses Motivational Interviewing to build motivation for change when someone feels stuck or uncertain. Philip works with a wide range of concerns including parenting, addiction, grief, relationship and family difficulties, and issues around identity and self esteem. He also addresses more specific topics like adoption and foster care, blended family challenges, fatherhood issues, and caregiver stress.

Sessions aim to clarify goals and practice small, manageable steps between meetings. The approach is collaborative and goal-focused. Philip listens for what matters most to each person and tailors tools to fit daily life.

Over time he helps people build routines and skills that reduce distress and support better decision making. People who reach out can expect a calm, direct style. Philip balances practical guidance with a respectful, nonjudgmental tone.

He encourages clients to name one change they want and to work toward it at a pace that feels doable.

How Philip’s Approaches Work Online

Philip uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice how thoughts and actions feed each other and then practice simple changes. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and changing habits that get in the way of daily life.

He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people who feel unsure or stuck find reasons to change. This approach focuses on the client’s own goals and strengths and helps build commitment at a natural pace.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Philip talks with each person about their goals, needs, and preferences and then tailors techniques that fit day-to-day life. That collaborative decision making helps keep sessions focused and practical.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy fit a busy life. These formats allow for flexible scheduling and steady contact between meetings when helpful. The online options make it easier to use CBT exercises and motivational conversations in ways that match how people live and communicate today.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Philip address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Other areas include parenting, addiction, grief, relationship and family problems, and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Philip combines direct, practical conversation with tools you can use between sessions. He focuses on clear goals and small steps toward change.
What is his background and experience?
He holds an LCSW and has practiced for 25 years in Pennsylvania working with a broad range of concerns.
Where is Philip licensed and practicing?
He is a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania with licence number PA LCSW CW021732.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
In what session formats does he meet with people?
Philip offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Next step

Talk to Philip

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