Therapist profile
Philip Ward, LCSW
Arizona
LCSW in Arizona - Stress and Relationship Concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Arizona / LCSW-18689
- NPI
- 1083202626
- Experience
- 8 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Arizona
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Codependency patterns
- Grief and loss
About Philip
Philip Ward is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Arizona with eight years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship concerns, addictions, and codependency. Philip uses practical clinical tools and works with each person to figure out what fits their situation.
Philip keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what the client wants to change. He treats clients as the expert on their own life and draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and patterns. Sessions involve talking through problems, trying out new ways of handling them, and tracking what works.
When someone is struggling with overgiving, people-pleasing, or losing themselves around another person's moods or drinking, Philip helps identify those patterns. He also works with issues like grief, sleep problems, anger, and young adult concerns. He aims to break down big problems into manageable steps that fit day-to-day life.
Philip practices with attention to cultural differences and the varied ways people experience shame, guilt, and isolation. He supports clients exploring sexuality, LGBT issues, and men's concerns. He also addresses panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, ADHD-related struggles, and intimacy-related problems.
Sessions are offered in English in Arizona. Philip uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session using the See online therapy options button.
How sessions work
How Philip uses evidence-based techniques in online care
Philip draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding. One approach focuses on identifying and changing thinking and behavior that keep anxiety and low mood in place. It helps with panic attacks, worry, and motivation problems. Another approach centers on processing trauma and its ongoing effects so memories and reactions become easier to manage; this can be useful for post-traumatic stress and intense emotional responses.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Philip treats this as a collaborative process and will help decide which techniques match a person’s goals, preferences, and day-to-day demands. He balances talking, practical exercises, and short at-home tasks so progress can be checked and adjusted.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life because they remove travel time, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and can be scheduled around work or caregiving. Therapists can also adapt exercises and homework to whatever format is agreed on so the work continues between sessions.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
Philip works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, addictions, and codependency among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, evidence-based clinical tools and treats the client as the expert on their life. Sessions focus on talking through problems and trying concrete steps that may help.
How much experience does he have?
Philip has eight years of professional experience as an LCSW working with a range of mental health concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Arizona and provides services in that state.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are delivered.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.