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Philip Nicholas, LPC

Compassionate counseling for trauma, addiction, and life transitions
  • Trauma and grief support
  • Addiction and recovery focus
  • Skills for life changes

About Philip Nicholas

Philip Nicholas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) serving clients in Tennessee who are facing complicated emotions and difficult life circumstances. His work commonly centers on concerns such as trauma, addiction, social anxiety, and major life transitions, with experience supporting young adults, veterans, and first responders, as well as people navigating grief, attachment-related struggles, and personal growth.

His counseling style emphasizes compassion and evidence-based care while respecting each person’s pace and individual story. Philip aims to offer a steady, non-judgmental space where clients can explore what they have been carrying, make sense of how past and present experiences connect, and move toward healing and change. He also works with clients who are dealing with mood-related challenges, relationship stress, or the desire to strengthen their sense of self and direction.

With a background in mental health counseling, Philip supports clients in reducing isolation, rebuilding self-esteem, and developing practical coping strategies that can be used in everyday life. His focus is on helping people create meaningful, sustainable shifts that align with their values and goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Philip Nicholas have?

Philip Nicholas has 4 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Philip Nicholas a licensed therapist?

Yes. Philip Nicholas is a licensed therapist and holds the LPC credential (Licensed Professional Counselor). His license is TN LPC 5027.

In which languages does Philip Nicholas provide therapy?

Philip Nicholas provides therapy in English.

Where is Philip Nicholas located?

Philip Nicholas is located in Tennessee.

How can I work with Philip Nicholas as my therapist?

You can work with Philip Nicholas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Philip Nicholas work with international clients?

No. Philip Nicholas does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Philip Nicholas cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapy Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Philip Nicholas draws from several evidence-based approaches that can work effectively in online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, then practicing practical skills to respond differently. It is often used for concerns like anxiety, stress, mood difficulties, and everyday coping.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships and life experiences can shape current emotions, self-esteem, and relationship patterns. This approach can be especially helpful for grief, trauma and abuse, abandonment concerns, and creating healthier connections with others.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured method that helps people process distressing experiences in a guided way, with the goal of reducing how intensely those memories show up in the present. It is commonly used when trauma is part of the picture.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Philip collaborates with clients to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting over time as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to get support that fits real life and changing schedules.

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