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Corey Phillips

Corey Phillips, LPC

Therapist in Texas · 5+ years of experience

Helping people manage stress and relationships

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  • Practical coping skills
  • Mindfulness practice
  • Trauma-informed care

About Corey

Corey Phillips is an LPC who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. He focuses on clear, practical steps that make daily life feel more manageable. Sessions emphasize learning to communicate needs, reduce overwhelm, and build emotional strength.

Corey listens first to understand each person's story. He uses straightforward, person-centered work to help people feel heard and begin small changes. Mindfulness and solution-focused practices are used to calm the body and create realistic goals.

When trauma or past hurt shows up, Corey uses trauma-focused tools alongside motivational interviewing to help people move forward at a safe pace. He pays attention to attachment patterns and how they affect current relationships and choices. He also supports those dealing with chronic health challenges, caregiving stress, and addiction-related concerns.

Corey brings five years of clinical experience practicing in Texas as a licensed professional counselor. He aims to make sessions practical and relevant rather than abstract. People leave sessions with simple skills to practice between meetings and clearer steps toward their goals.

Corey asks people to name what matters to them and then works collaboratively to track progress. He frames therapy as a process of learning skills, changing habits, and improving communication. This approach is meant to help people regain a sense of control and move toward more stable daily functioning.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

How Corey Uses Talk Work and Mindfulness Online

Client-Centered Therapy invites people to lead the work by naming what matters most. The therapist helps reflect concerns and priorities, and supports people in making decisions that fit their life. Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention and breathing practices to calm stress and reduce anxiety symptoms in everyday moments. Motivational Interviewing focuses on exploring what people want to change and strengthening the reasons they already have for taking steps forward.

Corey treats the choice of approach as a collaborative process. He will discuss options, try techniques together, and adjust methods based on your goals and preferences. Finding the right mix of tools is part of the work rather than a fixed promise up front.

Practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy day. Confirm which session formats are available before booking, since format details were not specified. Online work can make it simpler to check in during a lunch break, use a shorter phone call for a quick update, or keep a video session when deeper conversation is useful. Licensed professionals can guide which session rhythm and tools will best match your needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Corey focus on?

He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression along with related areas like attachment issues and caregiver stress.

What is Corey’s style in sessions?

Sessions are person-centered and collaborative with a mix of mindfulness, solution-focused steps, and motivational interviewing to set achievable goals.

How much clinical experience does he have?

Corey has five years of clinical experience and works as an LPC in Texas.

Where is Corey licensed and practicing?

He holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a session with Corey?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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