Simone C Phillips MSW, LCSW, RN, Licensed Clinical Therapist

My clients describe me as:

My clients describe me as funny and straightforward. They also know I express how honored I feel to be let into their deepest spaces of hurt

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is mindfully solution focused, trauma informed, and empowering . The goal is to guide my clients in discovering the healing power from within by equipping them with the tools to confront the pain in order to conquer that pain.

Together, we will:

I partner with you in identifying your strengths and empower you to discover victory after trials. Seeking counseling can be difficult, so I use a compassionate, direct, and non-judgements approach to help you confront the issues and fears.

I specialize in working with people who:

Have are survivors of domestic violence and early childhood trauma . Anger management. Individuals, couples and family.

I became a therapist because:

To be part of helping to restore some level of dignity and worth to the my clients . To advocate for the oppressed and equip the vulnerable.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

There are only a handful of black female therapists in the Lehigh valley . My practice is integral to provide diversity in mental health services .

More about me and my practice:

I began my journey in the counseling field as a volunteer in local prison systems in Pennsylvania, helping incarcerated women who had suffered domestic violence, rape and other traumatic experiences but were behind bars for defending themselves.