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- Anxiety and stress
- Addiction support
- CBT and MI methods
About Hazel
LCSW in New York with 20 years of practice, Hazel Phillip works with people facing anxiety, depression, addiction, and other life stresses. She sees people dealing with self-esteem, career strain, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, and mood concerns such as bipolar disorder.
Hazel draws on straightforward, goal-focused methods. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to guide sessions. These approaches help people identify unhelpful thoughts, find motivation for change, and build practical steps toward clearer goals.
Her work is direct and collaborative. Sessions focus on concrete problems and next steps rather than abstract theory. People can expect practical strategies they can try between meetings and regular check-ins on what is or isn’t working.
Hazel has spent two decades in a range of settings supporting people with substance use and mood challenges. That background informs a pragmatic style when addressing addiction, stress, and post-traumatic responses. She also brings experience with issues around prejudice, HIV/AIDS, guilt, and shame.
Conversations cover coping skills, communication problems, and rebuilding routines after life changes. Hazel helps people clarify what they want to change, set short-term goals, and track progress in ways that fit everyday life.
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How Hazel applies evidence-based methods online
Hazel commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Motivational Interviewing focuses on strengthening a person’s own reasons for change and works well for substance use and shifting ambivalence.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to map small, achievable steps toward a client’s goals. That approach emphasizes what is already working and builds short-term actions people can try between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Hazel will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what helps and adjust the plan as progress is tracked.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Licensed professionals often use these practical benefits to keep therapy consistent with everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with anxiety, depression, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma and related issues such as anger and coping with life changes.
What therapy approaches does she use?
Her main approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These are used to set goals, shift unhelpful thinking, and build motivation for change.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working in a range of settings with people facing mood, substance use, and social or emotional challenges.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and based in New York.
Which languages does she offer sessions in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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