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Philip Clary, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Philip is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Philip. View 34 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Georgia

Recent reviews

Phillip is a very attentive Counselor my busy schedule always hindered me from a traditional in person counseling session. Phillip was very flexible and worked with me via text message while I was at work out and about or at home. I really appreciate him for that. Other counselors were very firm about have video counseling sessions. I still don’t understand why but never the less

Reviewed November 2021

It has been my sincere pleasure to share my journey of the past 2 years with Philip. I didn’t plan on having a counselor for that long, but then COVID happened, and with it came challenges in nearly every area of my life. Philip has been an essential part of my support system, and I am so happy that I chose him as a counselor! I found him to be both empathetic and knowledgeable. He’s a great listener, and and I felt confident that he understood where I was coming from more quickly than most, even though we had phone chat sessions rather than face-to-face. Philip helped me through some very difficult challenges and is a huge part of the recent successes I’ve had in both my personal and professional life. I couldn’t recommend a better counselor!

Reviewed August 2021

More about Philip

  • 11 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

My name is Philip Clary, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have over 9 years of counseling experience working with individuals, couples, and families in inpatient and outpatient settings.

I earned a bachelor’s degree from Mercer University with majors in philosophy and German. I studied for 1 year at Phillips Universität in Marburg, Germany and received a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Fort Valley State University. My ongoing studies in and love of philosophy inform my approach to helping others examine their lives as they seek meaning, direction, and purpose.

I am interested in helping you understand, cope with, manage, and reduce the symptoms of depression and anxiety and adapt to major changes in life. I work patiently and compassionately with those seeking to understand and come to terms with feelings of shame, loss and grief, meaninglessness, isolation, and ultimately our limited lifespan. I hope to help others, young and old, discover or create their own meaning and purpose in life. I want to help people answer for themselves, “How do I want to live the rest of my life?” and to develop ways to meaningfully connect with others.

Please be aware that I am currently only providing text therapy on BetterHelp.

My approach to therapy is informed by several useful perspectives. I employ elements of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), mindfulness-based therapy, existential psychotherapy, and narrative therapy.

When appropriate, I incorporate elements of popular culture, such as video games, anime and manga, comics, and super hero literature and movies. These are great resources for story lines that many can relate to in deeper and more meaningful ways than traditional talk therapy.

I look forward to working with you to set and meet your goals for your best life.

Philip

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Emptiness Forgiveness Life purpose Midlife crisis

Treatment Approaches

  • Existential Therapy
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Philip Clary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417413618.

  • LPC · Georgia · LPC007488 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Philip Clary

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

34 reviews

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Phillip is a very attentive Counselor my busy schedule always hindered me from a traditional in person counseling session. Phillip was very flexible and worked with me via text message while I was at work out and about or at home. I really appreciate him for that. Other counselors were very firm about have video counseling sessions. I still don’t understand why but never the less

Reviewed November 2021

It has been my sincere pleasure to share my journey of the past 2 years with Philip. I didn’t plan on having a counselor for that long, but then COVID happened, and with it came challenges in nearly every area of my life. Philip has been an essential part of my support system, and I am so happy that I chose him as a counselor! I found him to be both empathetic and knowledgeable. He’s a great listener, and and I felt confident that he understood where I was coming from more quickly than most, even though we had phone chat sessions rather than face-to-face. Philip helped me through some very difficult challenges and is a huge part of the recent successes I’ve had in both my personal and professional life. I couldn’t recommend a better counselor!

Reviewed August 2021

I have only been working with Philip a couple of weeks, but he is kind, thoughtful, empathic, and a good listener. I enjoy working with him.

Reviewed July 2021

Philip listens and remembers. Philip advocates for you when your mind has other plans. Philip is a good person. He cares. He is considerate and kind. I recommend Philip without any reservations. You will appreciate him. Philip will help you.

Reviewed July 2021

Philip has been extremely helpful in navigating some rough patches in my life. He is an excellent listener, and really understands me and helps me think of different ways to approach challenging conversations. He’s taught me a lot about communication and about understanding others. I feel like I have a new outlook on life, and I’m able to build stronger relationships with friends and family. He has provided me with helpful tools to reconnect with my spouse, and always makes me feel like I’m not alone in the ways that I am feeling. I am truly grateful for his support and guidance over the last 8 or 9 months, and I would highly recommend him to others!

Reviewed June 2021

Philip was a great help for my situation. He listened and his responses were always very thoughtful. He had very practical advice and tips for me when I asked for them, and they have already proven to be helpful for me. Thank you Philip!

Reviewed April 2021

Philip is fantastic! Only took one session to feel connected and comfortable. He is non judge-mental. Knows a lot about the brain!

Reviewed March 2021

Philip has been so helpful in understanding my issues and offering me guidance on ways to deal with challenges in my life. He always helps me see things from a different perspective, and he truly listens to what I say. He has helped me overcome a lot of day-to-day challenges I face, and really helped me to feel that I am not alone!

Reviewed March 2021

Philip is great. He is supportive and attentive. I feel respected and heard every time I speak to him. I feel Philip offers insight and direction that are important to progression in my personal and mental health goals.

Reviewed January 2021

I appreciate Phillips expertise. I don’t feel like a failure or a crazy person when I express my problems. He Gives me practical ways to deal with some of my issues. I never feel as though my problems are too big or too ridiculous and that he will get tired of hearing them. I feel welcomed and I feel heard whenever I speak with him and I appreciate that. We are not of the same race or culture and however I feel very comfortable expressing to him problems and things that I face on a daily.

Reviewed November 2020

I've in counseling with Philip Clary for almost six months. During that time we have developed a great relationship of trust and understanding. He has really helped me to feel better about myself and my world around me.

Reviewed November 2020

Philip has helped me, immensely. He's exceedingly supportive, attentive, professional and knowledgeable. I'm looking forward to the day I can resume sessions with him.

Reviewed September 2020

I’ve only spoken to Phillip once but I think we have a good connection. I look forward to future sessions. Thanks

Reviewed August 2020

He’s such a great guy, he’s a good listener and pays attention to trends and give a neat resolution.

Reviewed July 2020

Philip helped me tackle the hardest journey of my life this year and for that im so thankful because without taking the time to look into myself or seek professional help and support my year was looking very dark and dismal.

Reviewed July 2020

I found my sessions with Mr. Philip Clary very helpful in gaining insight and in resolving the issues that I am coping with. Mr. Clary showed genuine interest in understanding my challenges and, then, provided clear explanation of what could be the causes and mechanisms of the issues as well as offered practical approaches of how to deal with my difficulties. Moreover, I appreciate the fact that Mr. Clary communicates with me between the sessions, providing additional explanations and recommending mental practices to cope with my internal issues. I truly believe that Mr. Clary is authentically interested in helping me to overcome my problems and to assist me in regaining a sense of well-being. I highly recommend Mr. clary as a professional counselor. Stan

Reviewed July 2020

I have said it once and I will say it again. Phillip is amazing and a resource that I feel that I can always count on.

Reviewed June 2020

Counseling with Philip is going really well so far.. things are progressive.

Reviewed May 2020

He is very kind and supportive. Has a good gauge of what I need to hear.

Reviewed May 2020

Professional, kind, calm, interested, and knowledgeable.

Reviewed May 2020

Philip is great!

Reviewed April 2020

Dr. Clary is amazing! He is available and accommodating. He listens and offers great self help tips.

Reviewed March 2020

Philip is a great listener and gives amazing feedback as well as insight.

Reviewed March 2020

Philip Clary has been extremely friendly, helpful, and reliable. I appreciate his support and professionalism.

Reviewed March 2020

Philip has been extremely helpful and kind throughout our interactions. Never rushed for time, always allowing me to talk through my thoughts. I am very grateful of our time together.

Reviewed February 2020

So far, so good. I need to put in the work, but Mr. Clary is incredibly insightful and I look forward to hard but real progress.

Reviewed February 2020

Philip is very professional and checks on me regularly. He has been very supportive and without explicitly telling me what to do, he has allowed me to understand and assess the situation on my own.

Reviewed December 2019

Philip is responsive, non judgemental and understands the complexity of the issues I am facing. I appreciate the fact that he checks with me if he has not heard from me for a couple of days.

Reviewed November 2019

Phillip is an incredibly professional, kind, and helpful counselor. He listens and helps me get to the root of my problems, which is what I struggle with more than anything. I've become a significantly wiser and better person in the short time he's been helping me. I recommend him to anyone suffering from depression or anxiety.

Reviewed November 2019

Philip has been so helpful for me. He responds in a very timely manner and checks in when he hasn't heard from me in a while. His counseling helped me through a very difficult time with my daughter.

Reviewed November 2019

Phililp is very insightful and very quickly helped me take a deeper look at my life and how I wanted to live moving forward. Highly recommend.

Reviewed November 2019

Philip has assisted me in looking at and processing some issues in key areas of my life. This has resulted in greater clarity, understanding, and healing for me. His friendly, reflective, and balanced way of being makes it easy for me to share my innermost thoughts and feelings. Philip has a great ability to listen and reflect back what I'm saying without judgement, yet with very helpful insights. He's very supportive, and has helped me become more aware of my strengths. Counseling with Philip is very beneficial. I look forward to my sessions, knowing they will be truly helpful.

Reviewed September 2019

Philip is an understanding person. He replies to my concerns quickly and offers coping skills.

Reviewed September 2019

Philip responds quickly and is always very professional. He has a real talent for finding the good in every situation and is always very nice. I even missed a few days recently and he continued to check-up on me to make sure I was alright. 10/10!

Reviewed September 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Philip Clary offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Philip Clary works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Philip Clary speak?

Philip Clary speaks English.

How many years of experience does Philip Clary have?

Philip Clary has 11 years of experience.

Where is Philip Clary licensed to practice?

Philip Clary is licensed to practice in Georgia.

Does Philip Clary accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Philip Clary does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Philip Clary offer?

Philip Clary offers clients Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Philip Clary?

Philip Clary can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Philip Clary?

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