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Dr. Emelda Phillip, LPC
New Jersey
LPC in New Jersey - Stress and anxiety care
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Women's wellness focus
About Emelda
Dr. Emelda Phillip is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in New Jersey with 19 years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue, relationship strain, trauma and abuse. She also focuses on body image, codependency, communication problems, emptiness, and women's issues.
Her approach mixes practical, skills-based work with conversations that help clarify values and goals. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas are used to help people notice what matters most and take small actions toward it.
Sessions often include short, focused exercises to reduce distress and build coping skills. Mindfulness practices and client-centered listening are part of how she helps people practice new habits. She aims to give clear tools that can be used between sessions.
Dr. Phillip's background includes a Master of Arts and a Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology. Over nearly two decades she has worked with people facing life transitions and mood concerns, including post-traumatic stress and multicultural issues.
Her style is practical and steady. She helps people try small changes, reflect on what works, and adjust plans as needed. For people wanting to focus on concrete skills for daily life, she offers methods to notice thoughts, calm the body, and respond differently.
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. Phillip uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions focus on clear steps you can try between meetings, such as thought records, behavior experiments, and short practice tasks. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is used to clarify values and encourage small actions toward what matters, which can help when feeling stuck or overwhelmed.She treats the choice of approach as something to decide together. The therapist will review goals, try methods, and adjust based on what feels useful. That collaborative process helps match the work to a client's needs and preferences rather than assuming a single path up front.
The practical advantages of online sessions include fitting therapy into busy schedules and reducing travel time. Specific session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online meetings can make it easier to practice brief in-the-moment skills between appointments and to plan sessions around work or family commitments.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, relationship concerns, and trauma and abuse. Additional focuses include body image, codependency, and multicultural concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and skills-oriented, using short exercises and mindful practices alongside talk therapy. She combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, DBT ideas, and client-centered listening.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 19 years of professional experience working in counseling and psychotherapy settings. Her background includes both an M.A. and a Psy.D. in Counseling Psychology.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPC, licensed in New Jersey. Her practice and professional work are located in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the chosen plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a 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, use the crisis numbers.