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Kevin Phillips

Kevin Phillips, LPC

LPC specializing in trauma and mood concerns

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Profile details for Kevin Phillips
CredentialsLPC
LicenseLPC, South Carolina / 6135
NPI1568820934
Experience14 years in practice
LanguagesEnglish
LocationSouth Carolina

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Addiction support

About Kevin

Kevin Phillips, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina, has 14 years of clinical experience. He works on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and several other challenges. He describes his approach as solution-focused and collaborative, using methods such as cognitive behavioral work, mindfulness, and client-centered conversation to help people make concrete changes.

Kevin has worked with people facing legal involvement, crime victimization, and addiction. He has experience consulting with law enforcement, victim advocates, and the courts. He also offers counseling that draws on a Biblical worldview when clients request faith-informed care.

In sessions he leans toward practical problem solving. He says understanding where a problem started helps, but the main focus is on what to do next. He uses strategies drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused approaches to improve mood, reduce worry, and repair communication.

He reports several thousand hours working with addiction issues and years assisting people with trauma, sexual assault, and sex trafficking. He also notes experience helping pastors and other spiritual workers who face burnout and with end-of-life concerns and bipolar challenges.

Kevin highlights skills in relaxation work, impulse control, motivation, and self-esteem building. He describes sessions as interactive and upbeat and aims to help clients set goals and build hopeful plans for change.

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How Kevin’s approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action despite difficult thoughts and feelings. This can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is useful for anxiety, mood issues, and impulse control. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on recognizing and reshaping emotional responses to improve communication and connection in relationships.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Kevin will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, and then adapt techniques so they fit the client's needs. The process is collaborative and may combine methods over time.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and avoid travel. They also let people use mindfulness exercises and worksheet work between meetings. Ask about current session formats and scheduling when you complete the initial questionnaire.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Listed in

South Carolina

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What issues does he address?

Kevin works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family concerns, parenting, bipolar challenges, and related areas listed in his profile.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses a solution-focused, interactive style that emphasizes cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and client-centered conversation.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 14 years of experience working in clinical and community settings.

Where is he licensed to practice?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina.

In which languages are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.

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