Phillip Hawkins, LCSW
Client-centered therapist focused on life change
Details
| Name | Phillip Hawkins |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Texas |
| Licensed in | Texas |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 20 |
About Phillip
Phillip Hawkins is a licensed clinical social worker in Texas with 20 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and issues related to LGBT identity. He also works with concerns like addiction, parenting strain, grief, trauma and abuse, and problems with intimacy and self-esteem.
Phillip uses a client-centered stance. He begins by listening to what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on the client's priorities and move at a pace that feels right for them.
Background and approach
He aims to treat people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He draws on practical methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy when they fit a person's goals. He also uses Narrative and Existential approaches to help people rethink the stories they tell about themselves and find meaning during change.
Over two decades of practice have included work with process addictions, recovery from high-control religious settings, and other complex life changes. That background informs how he helps people rebuild trust in their choices and relationships. He tailor-makes conversation and goals to match what each person actually needs.
Sessions are designed to be straightforward and focused. Phillip supports people who want clearer boundaries, better coping skills, or a renewed sense of purpose. He encourages small, practical steps that add up to real change.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Parenting issues among the things Phillip works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Existential Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Imago Relationship Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Jungian Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Internal Family Systems: Listed by Phillip among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Phillip directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Phillip directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Approaches that translate to online work
Phillip commonly blends Narrative, Client-Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches. Narrative therapy focuses on the stories people tell about their lives and helps separate problems from identity to make different choices. Client-Centered therapy centers the conversation on what you say matters most and lets your concerns guide the pace and focus of sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Phillip works collaboratively to figure out which combination of methods fits your goals, values, and preferences. He will check in about what feels useful and adjust the plan as needed so sessions stay practical and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let you look each other in the eye for deep conversation, phone sessions work when bandwidth is low or you prefer not to be on camera, and live chat or text-based messaging can be used for brief check-ins or between-session support. These options make it easier to schedule regular work around busy days, caregiving, or work breaks while keeping therapy focused on progress.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, LGBT-related concerns, addiction and recovery, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, bipolar concerns, and related topics like body image and codependency.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a client-centered approach that starts with listening to your priorities. He blends practical techniques and narrative exploration to fit your goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of professional experience working as a psychotherapist in a range of settings and with varied concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Can I work with him in other languages or from other countries?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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