Dr. Philip Grimes , LPC

Dr. Philip Grimes is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 17 years of clinical experience. He combines advanced academic training - including an MA in clinical psychology and a PhD in Psychology - with targeted certifications in addictions, co-occurring disorders, trauma informed care, mental health integrative medicine, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He is also trained in EMDR, which supports trauma-focused interventions.

His work centers on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate addictions and grief, and cope with mood disorders such as bipolar disorder and depression. He also addresses relationship challenges and a range of life-stage concerns including midlife transition, divorce and separation, young adult issues, and men's issues. Dr. Grimes adopts an interdisciplinary approach and continues professional development in cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and neuroscience to inform his practice.

Known for treating others with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, he tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs. He emphasizes collaborative care and practical skills-building to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Taking the first step can be difficult, and Dr. Grimes aims to provide steady support throughout that process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Philip Grimes integrates several evidence-informed approaches into online work to meet a variety of needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and commit to meaningful action - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for regulating intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress, which can help with mood instability, self-management, and relationship strain. EMDR training equips Dr. Grimes to use specific processing techniques for trauma-related memories and strong emotional reactions, supporting recovery after traumatic experiences.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Grimes works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. He combines techniques as appropriate and adjusts the plan over time to reflect progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or caregiving responsibilities and increases access for those who live outside traditional clinic hours. Licensed professionals can deliver many of the same therapeutic methods remotely, and Dr. Grimes tailors sessions to the communication style that works best for each client.