Phyllis Skeeter, LCSW - Therapist in Virginia

About Phyllis

Phyllis Skeeter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who supports people facing relationship and family strains. She addresses intimacy-related issues, self-esteem concerns, coping with life changes, and depression. Parents and partners often turn to her for help with adoption and foster care challenges, postpartum depression, and pregnancy-related stress.

She also works on impulsivity, young adult transitions, and building self-love. Her style is straightforward and supportive. She listens to each person’s story and highlights their strengths.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to be practical and goal-focused, with clear steps to try between meetings. Phyllis helps people identify small, manageable changes that add up over time. Phyllis often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, to help people notice patterns in thoughts and actions.

She pairs that with problem-solving and coaching around daily routines. This makes it easier to handle stress, mood shifts, and family conflicts. She brings about 10 years of professional experience to her work and holds Virginia license VA LCSW 0904014533.

English is the language used in sessions. Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Getting started involves selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.

The subscription for sessions can be canceled at any time and cost varies by location and availability.

How CBT and online sessions support family and relationship work

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. It is useful for tackling depression, stress, relationship patterns, and self-esteem issues by breaking big problems into small, practical steps.

In online sessions these techniques are applied in a collaborative way. The therapist helps clients pick which techniques best match their goals and daily life. Together they review what is working and adjust the plan as needed so therapy stays focused and useful.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy family schedules, manage work and childcare demands, and keep momentum between meetings. Licensed professionals can use short messages for brief check-ins and video for deeper conversations, providing a mix of contact that fits each person’s routine.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What family and relationship concerns does Phyllis help with?

She works with relationship and family issues, intimacy-related problems, self-esteem struggles, coping with life changes, and depression. Additional areas include adoption and foster care, postpartum concerns, pregnancy and childbirth, impulsivity, self-love, and young adult issues.

What is her general therapeutic approach and style?

Her approach is practical and collaborative. She listens, highlights strengths, and uses clear steps people can try between sessions to make steady progress.

What kind of clinical methods does she use?

She commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and change behaviors. Sessions often combine CBT with problem-solving and routine-focused strategies.

What is her professional background and experience?

She has around 10 years of professional experience and brings that perspective to therapy. Her work includes helping with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and concentration or focus challenges.

Where is she licensed and what languages are offered?

She is licensed in Virginia as LCSW with license number VA LCSW 0904014533. Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are provided to those within the regions covered by her license.

Which session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow flexibility for different needs and schedules.

How do I begin therapy with her and what does it cost?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a time based on availability. Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience: 10 years
Licensed: Virginia
Languages: English

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