Phil HigginsClinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LICSW

About

Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with serious illness and sexual/ gender identity. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish. I connect to clients on a human level, working together to find solutions to life's problems, and finding humor even in the darkest corners of our closets. I am an eclecticist, drawing from psychodynamic, CBT, mindfulness and systems theories, while maintaining a person-centered focus.

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