Kevin Phillips, LPC
Kevin Phillips - Licensed counselor for healing and growth
- Trauma and abuse support
- Anxiety and depression care
- Family and relationship help
About Kevin Phillips
Kevin Phillips became a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina in 2013 and brings a compassionate, practical approach to helping people improve their mental health and sense of well-being. He has worked with individuals facing depression, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, career difficulties, OCD, and ADHD, and has supported many survivors of physical, emotional, and sexual trauma and abuse. His background includes extensive work as a crime victim counselor in collaboration with sheriff and police departments, and he has partnered with victim advocates on cases involving armed robbery, sexual assault, and sex trafficking.
He has experience working with the legal system to assist teenagers and adults whose mental health conditions have contributed to legal problems, and he has logged several thousand hours helping people with addiction issues. For those seeking faith-informed care, he offers counseling grounded in a Biblical worldview, and he has experience supporting pastors and other spiritual workers who face burnout or ministry setbacks. He also assists people with end of life concerns, bipolar disorder challenges, anger management, and family conflict, and he is comfortable supporting individuals through separation and divorce.
Kevin uses a blend of clinical methods including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic and existential approaches, Rogerian client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy. He emphasizes practical solutions and goal-oriented work - focusing on what can be done together to improve daily functioning and restore peace and harmony. His style is warm, interactive, and encouraging, guided by respect, sensitivity, and a non-stigmatizing attitude toward each person he serves.
He has experience working with the legal system to assist teenagers and adults whose mental health conditions have contributed to legal problems, and he has logged several thousand hours helping people with addiction issues. For those seeking faith-informed care, he offers counseling grounded in a Biblical worldview, and he has experience supporting pastors and other spiritual workers who face burnout or ministry setbacks. He also assists people with end of life concerns, bipolar disorder challenges, anger management, and family conflict, and he is comfortable supporting individuals through separation and divorce.
Kevin uses a blend of clinical methods including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic and existential approaches, Rogerian client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy. He emphasizes practical solutions and goal-oriented work - focusing on what can be done together to improve daily functioning and restore peace and harmony. His style is warm, interactive, and encouraging, guided by respect, sensitivity, and a non-stigmatizing attitude toward each person he serves.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kevin Phillips have?
Kevin Phillips has 14 years of experience.
Is Kevin Phillips a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. His license is listed as SC LPC 6135.
In which languages does Kevin Phillips provide therapy?
Kevin Phillips provides therapy in English.
Where is Kevin Phillips located?
Kevin Phillips is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Kevin Phillips as my therapist?
You can work with Kevin Phillips through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kevin Phillips work with international clients?
Yes, Kevin Phillips works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kevin Phillips cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Kevin Phillips draws on several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to improve coping with stress and addiction. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches skills for accepting difficult emotions while clarifying personal values and committing to meaningful action - useful for people wrestling with avoidance, chronic stress, or life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers support and reflection to help clients find their own solutions and build confidence.Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kevin works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their goals, needs, and preferences. He partners with clients to evaluate what is helping and adjusts techniques as progress unfolds.
Online sessions - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access care from different locations. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, the ability to maintain continuity during life changes, and multiple ways for therapists and licensed professionals to connect and work toward practical, achievable goals.