- Years in practice
- 29
- Credentials
- LCMHC
- Licensed in
- North Carolina
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Phil
Phil D'Agostino, LCMHC, helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship strain. He focuses on practical steps that produce relief and clearer choices. His style is direct and action-oriented for people who want results they can use right away.
Phil began his career as a scientist and science educator. That background shaped a pragmatic approach to emotional problems. He learned methods that emphasize clear goals, short-term strategies, and measurable progress.
Background and approach
Over nearly three decades of work he has used techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and related approaches to address mood and anxiety problems. He also uses tools to help with obsessive thinking and behavior change. His work tends to center on identifying specific problems and building step-by-step plans to improve them.
Phil has written training courses for professionals and authored books aimed at helping people apply these ideas in everyday life. That experience informs how he explains strategies and sets practical homework people can try between sessions. People come for help with stress, panic, sleep disruption, low self-esteem, anger, workplace strain, and parenting concerns.
He also addresses intimacy-related issues, communication problems, and mood disorders such as bipolar mood shifts. Sessions are intended to give concrete skills and action plans so people can move forward more confidently.
What Phil works with
Everything Phil lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Phil helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Communication problems
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Workplace issues
Approaches Phil lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Online approaches that focus on skills and action
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts without getting ruled by them and then take steps that match their values. It is useful when someone wants to rebuild a life that matters despite ongoing worries or low mood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, panic, and mood regulation.Choosing the right method is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Then he will recommend approaches or combine techniques in a collaborative way so clients feel involved in planning their care.
Online sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is useful for interactive work and demonstrating techniques, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat can suit quick check-ins, and messaging is handy for ongoing brief support or homework review. This range makes it easier to fit therapy around work, parenting, and busy schedules while keeping progress steady.
Questions people ask about Phil
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, panic, mood disorders, and parenting concerns, plus relationship strain, sleep problems, anger, and workplace issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is practical and goal oriented, using short-term strategies and homework to create measurable progress.
What is his background and experience?
He has 29 years of clinical experience and began his career as a scientist and educator before moving into counseling.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is credentialed as an LCMHC and practices in North Carolina.
Which languages and international services are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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