About Floyd
Dr. Floyd Phillips helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship strain. He is based in New York and brings three decades of experience as a clinician and educator.
He speaks English and works with international clients by offering remote session options. He grew up in Harlem and began his professional path after earning a B.A. in psychology from City College of New York. He later completed a Master of Social Work at Columbia University and an EdD in health education and behavior studies.
Background and approach
Those academic years led to a long career combining community work, research, and clinical practice. Early in his career he taught and worked with people experiencing serious mental health challenges and substance use.
He spent many years studying and practicing psychotherapy, and he helped start the New York Institute of Health and Behavior to advance research, education, and treatment for a range of concerns in the state. Phillips is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - in New York.
Over time he has worked with people facing depression, anxiety, substance issues, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, and parenting strain. His background also includes work with trauma and emotional abuse survivors. In sessions he uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and psychotherapeutic methods to match each person’s needs.
He aims for clear, practical conversations that help people make changes in daily life. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step is used to connect people to his practice.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Many of the methods used focus on talking through patterns, understanding feelings, and practicing new habits. Psychoanalytic-informed work looks at longstanding patterns and how past experiences influence present reactions, useful for persistent relationship or self worth issues. Evidence-based techniques target specific symptoms like anxiety or addictive behaviors by teaching practical skills for managing urges and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. This is a collaborative decision and may change over time as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video gives a face-to-face feeling for deeper conversation. Phone calls use less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat and text messaging suit short check-ins, quick skill practice, or people who do better without being on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, family, or travel schedules while keeping the focus on practical progress and consistent support.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
What is the basic style of therapy offered?
How long has he been practicing?
What credentials and location are associated with this clinician?
Which languages are supported for sessions?
What session formats are available?
How are fees and billing handled?
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
Also works with
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Experience
- 30 years
- Licensed
- New York
- Languages
- English