Therapist profile
Phillip Hawk, LCPC
Illinois LCPC - Family and Relationship Focus
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- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and ACT
- Grief and loss
About Phillip
Phillip Hawk is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 24 years of professional experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family concerns, grief, depression, addictions, trauma and sleep problems. He also addresses related issues such as caregiver stress, blended family challenges, and communication difficulties.
In sessions he focuses on clear, practical conversation. He listens to immediate concerns and helps people set small, manageable goals. He uses approaches that help change unhelpful thinking and build flexible behavior over time.
Phillip draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to guide work on thoughts, feelings, and everyday actions. He helps people notice patterns that keep problems going and practice new responses. This can include short experiments between sessions and straightforward skills practice.
His background spans many kinds of adult concerns, including first responder stress, aging and geriatric issues, autism-related challenges, and problems linked to impulsivity or antisocial personality traits. He also supports those coping with divorce, separation, or family role changes.
Sessions are oriented to practical steps a person can use at home or in daily life. The emphasis is on clear communication, small changes that build over time, and adapting the plan when circumstances change. For details about how to begin, follow the online therapy options and complete the brief matching questionnaire.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Phillip commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy during online work. CBT helps people identify and test thoughts that contribute to anxiety or low mood, and it teaches practical skills for changing behaviors that keep problems going. ACT focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and on clarifying personal values to guide everyday choices.Finding the right approach usually happens together. He will talk with the client about current struggles, goals, and what feels workable. Then he adjusts techniques and pacing so the process fits the person’s needs and preferences rather than following one fixed method.
The practical advantage of online sessions is that they can fit into busy schedules more easily. Confirm the exact session formats and booking steps before you begin, since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it simpler to have short check-ins, schedule sessions around caregiving or work, and practice exercises between meetings. To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family concerns, grief, depression, addictions, trauma, and sleep issues.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors in daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 24 years of professional work experience as a counselor in Illinois.
What credential and location are listed?
He is an Illinois LCPC and practices from Illinois.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are offered?
Please confirm current session formats before booking by following the online therapy options; the profile does not list specific session formats.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and services; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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