Dr. Philip Grimes , LPC

Dr. Philip Grimes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 17 years of clinical experience. He holds an MA in clinical psychology, a master's degree that focused on therapeutic practice, and a PhD in Psychology, a doctoral-level qualification that underpins his clinical and research-informed approach. He has earned certifications in addictions, co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, mental health integrative medicine, and is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT); he is also EMDR trained.

Dr. Grimes works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, mourning grief and loss, managing bipolar disorder, and navigating relationship challenges. His work is interdisciplinary, drawing on cognitive behavioral ideas, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, and contemporary neuroscience to tailor treatment to each person. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping dialogue and treatment plans around a person’s specific needs and goals.

Recognizing that seeking change requires courage, Dr. Grimes supports clients through practical skill building, emotional processing, and collaborative planning aimed at improving daily functioning and quality of life. He aims to create a therapeutic experience that is responsive to each individual’s circumstances and priorities.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Grimes uses evidence-informed methods tailored to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps individuals clarify personal values and develop willingness to experience difficult emotions while taking committed action toward a meaningful life - it is often useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to help with intense emotions, relationship struggles, and patterns of self-destructive behavior. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach for processing traumatic memories and the distress they cause, often used when past events continue to affect day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Grimes collaborates with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. This collaborative stance helps ensure treatment aligns with what matters most to the individual.

Online therapy with Dr. Grimes is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These options allow therapists and clients to maintain continuity of care, accommodate varying comfort levels with technology, and make it easier to integrate therapy into busy lives.