Lynda Phillips

Dr. Lynda Phillips brings a wealth of experience and a comprehensive approach to mental health counseling, grounded in her extensive education and diverse clinical background. With a Doctor of Psychology degree and a Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling, Dr. Phillips has honed her skills in both in-patient and out-patient hospital settings, specializing in the complex realm of comorbid mental health disorders.

As a New York State Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario, Canada (CRPO), Dr. Phillips offers a unique blend of expertise that spans across borders. Her therapeutic philosophy is rooted in the belief that effective treatment involves a holistic approach, addressing affect, cognition, and behavior to identify and alleviate psychopathological symptoms.

Dr. Phillips's practice is characterized by an integrated theoretical model, drawing from empirically validated treatments tailored to each client's unique needs. She primarily utilizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while also incorporating person-centered and narrative therapy techniques when appropriate. This flexible approach allows her to adapt her methods to best serve each individual's progress and goals.

Specializing in anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma-related disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and depression, Dr. Phillips offers targeted treatment for a range of mental health concerns. Her approach to anxiety disorders, for instance, combines behavioral techniques with cognitive strategies, often employing in-vivo exposure therapy to help clients confront and overcome their fears.

Dr. Phillips is committed to fostering a professional therapeutic environment that is personalized to each client. She believes in empowering her clients with an understanding of the nature of their therapeutic experience and the relevant research surrounding their presenting issues. This educational component is integral to her practice, as she works collaboratively with clients to achieve critical life changes through action, insight, and behavior modification.

Potential clients can expect a therapist who is not only highly qualified but also deeply committed to ethical practice and ongoing professional development. Dr. Phillips's affiliations with prestigious organizations such as the American Psychological Association, American Counselors Association, and American Mental Health Counselors Association underscore her dedication to maintaining the highest standards of care in her field.

Whether through in-person sessions or telepsychology appointments, Dr. Phillips offers accessible, high-quality mental health care. Her approach is designed to help clients express, alter, and understand the sources of their distress, ultimately guiding them towards reaching their full potential and achieving their personal goals.