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- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Aging and caregiving
About Philip
CA Psychologist Philip Sayegh has 16 years of clinical experience in California. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Southern California and completed postdoctoral work at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes.
Philip focuses on practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques and clear conversation. He treats problems such as isolation, social anxiety and phobia, guilt and shame, and mood disorders. He also works with concerns related to aging, cognitive decline, and the stress of caregiving.
Sessions concentrate on understanding the problem and building skills that make daily life easier. He encourages clients to recognize strengths they already have and to apply those strengths to current challenges. Meetings are direct and focused on concrete steps rather than abstract theory.
Philip uses his academic and hospital training to inform straightforward clinical care. His background includes doctoral research and clinical work at major Southern California institutions. That experience guides how he assesses issues and tracks progress over time.
People who choose him can expect a professional approach that emphasizes problem solving and skill building. He aims to help clients regain momentum and manage symptoms so they can handle responsibilities and relationships with more confidence. To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
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Therapeutic approaches and remote sessions
Philip works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical problem solving and skill building. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with clearer, more balanced thoughts to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach focuses on behavioral strategies that increase activity and social contact to lift mood and counter isolation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Philip collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, values, and daily life. He adjusts methods as progress and needs become clearer so the plan stays practical and relevant.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as options are not specified here. In general, remote work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. These practical benefits help people keep therapy consistent alongside caregiving, work, or other responsibilities.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, guilt, isolation, mood disorders, self-love, and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses direct, evidence-based techniques and practical conversation. Sessions emphasize skills and steps that help in everyday life.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 16 years of professional experience, including doctoral and postdoctoral clinical work.
What credentials does he hold and where is he located?
He is a California Psychologist, credential CA Psychologist 26717, and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.