Philip Moss, LPC

Philip Moss, LPC, helps people who are feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or worn down by life’s changes. He brings a calm, patient presence and aims to help clients find more balance and meaning. Philip works with concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, relationship strain, and aging and geriatric issues. He supports people navigating identity questions and the effects of isolation and bullying.

Philip has worked in counseling and therapy for 30 years. His approach mixes practical skills and reflective work. He teaches mindfulness and simple breathing and grounding methods. He also uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns.

Sessions often include direct conversation, guided exercises, and creative tools such as meditation or art when helpful. Philip emphasizes empathy and respect, and he prefers language that reduces stigma around emotional and mental challenges. He aims to help people feel more empowered managing their emotions, thoughts, and spiritual life.

Philip has a holistic outlook and practices meditation and mindfulness in his own life. He has been active as an ally for LGBT people and has addressed systemic racist issues in his work. His background includes helping people affected by sexual and spiritual abuse, religious deconstruction, and first responder stress.

Outside of work he enjoys reading, long walks, time with family, the ocean, and his cat. He invites people to take the next step toward feeling steadier and more like themselves.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Philip often blends client-centered work with cognitive-behavioral strategies to help people clarify goals and build practical skills. Client-centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and following the client's lead to create a safe space for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches ways to spot and shift thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose methods that match the person’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative decision can change over time as issues evolve and new priorities emerge.

If you are considering online work, confirm current session options when you book. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, they can shorten commute time, allow a quick check-in during a lunch break, or let someone join without being on camera if that helps them focus. Licensed professionals adapt exercises like mindfulness, CBT tools, and grounding practices so they work well in remote sessions.