Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Welcome! I want you to know I am so glad you reached out for help, that is very courageous and wise. The willingness and desire to do something different is fundamental to growing. You are right to hope that things can change and will get better. This is work we can’t do alone and the results are not instantaneous, though with effort and a little faith I’m sure you will discover the answers you seek.
There is not really a typical problem. I treat people, not a diagnosis! This is about you.
Mine is a client-centered approach, emphasizing strengths-based and goal-focused therapies. My role is in providing a safe space for you to explore what you are experiencing. Everyone’s journey is different. We will explore strategies together finding out what works for you. This may require a little thinking outside the box, using your innate creativity to learn about yourself.
As a father to an LGBTQ+ child I understand how difficult navigating identity can be in a slowly shifting culture. Your comfort and peace of mind when seeking counseling are important and I strive to create an understanding environment regardless of where you come from and who you are.
Here is a little information about me. I graduated in 2009 with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Since then, I have worked in a variety of positions treating a diverse range of issues, most recently as a substance abuse counselor. With all the co-occuring issues that predate and accompany addiction, I have learned that primarily my clients are people who just want to be happy.
I have worked in both outpatient and residential treatment programs, utilizing an arsenal of evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, REBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness and other approaches.
Before social work, I had a long career in television news. Working as a street photographer and editor helped me develop deep empathy for the complexities of peoples’ struggles in all walks of life. Helping to change the world through storytelling inspired me to help change the world one person’s story at a time.
From my professional and personal experience, I can guarantee, that though it may be tough at times, you will benefit from the journey.
Now is your opportunity to use the present moment to grow and meet a stranger, the real you. So what’s going on with you, why have you sought out help?
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Philip Zarowny recognizes that reaching out for help is a courageous and wise step, and he approaches each person’s decision to seek support with respect and encouragement. He emphasizes that the desire to change is a vital starting point – progress often takes time and effort, but thoughtful work with a therapist can reveal paths forward.
He treats people rather than labels, taking a client-centered approach that highlights strengths and focuses on concrete goals. Philip provides a safe space to explore current struggles and collaborates with clients to find strategies that fit their lives. This may involve creative problem-solving and testing different approaches until the right combination emerges.
As a parent of an LGBTQ+ child, Philip understands the complexities of identity development in a culture that is shifting slowly. He aims to make counseling a welcoming and understanding experience, regardless of a client’s background or identity.
Philip earned a Master of Social Work in 2009 and brings eleven years of clinical experience across a range of settings. He has worked in both outpatient and residential treatment programs and most recently served as a substance abuse counselor. His practice draws on many evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based approaches.
Before entering social work, Philip spent a long career in television news as a street photographer and editor, a background that deepened his empathy for people facing diverse challenges and reinforced his belief in the power of personal stories. He holds clinical social work licenses in Florida and Washington, and he is based in Illinois.
From his professional and personal experience, Philip believes that although the work can be difficult at times, clients often gain meaningful benefit from the process. He invites prospective clients to consider what brought them to therapy and to explore that together.
Many people wonder whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparably effective to traditional in-person care.
One clear benefit is flexibility – clients can choose the format that best fits their needs and lifestyle, whether that is video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to keep therapy consistent amid busy schedules.
Therapists who offer remote services are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they need a different fit. For many people, the combination of evidence-based techniques and convenient access makes online therapy a practical and effective way to work on mental health and life challenges.
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