Philip Zarowny, LCSW

Philip Zarowny is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who focuses on helping people facing addiction and related life challenges. He emphasizes a client-centered, strengths-based approach that aims to identify practical steps forward. Philip speaks plainly and offers steady support for people who want change but feel stuck.

Philip listens first and then works with each person to set realistic goals. He draws on evidence-based techniques to build coping skills and manage mood, stress, and relationship concerns. Sessions are aimed at finding strategies that fit the individual rather than forcing a single method.

He brings 11 years of clinical experience that include outpatient and residential treatment settings. Much of his recent work has been as a substance abuse counselor, where he saw how addiction connects with trauma, grief, mood conditions, and relationship strain. That background shapes how he plans treatment.

Philip also speaks from personal experience as a parent of an LGBTQ+ child and says that identity and acceptance are important parts of many people’s stories. He tries to create an understanding space for clients from different backgrounds and identities.

Before social work he worked in television news as a street photographer and editor, a role that he says deepened his empathy for varied life struggles. He encourages curiosity and creativity in therapy, asking clients to try new ways of thinking and behaving. Philip holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work earned in 2009 and practices in Florida.

Evidence-informed approaches for online support

Philip uses several evidence-based methods to guide work on addiction and its effects. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors, which can reduce cravings and low mood. Motivational Interviewing focuses on strengthening a person’s own reasons for change, useful when someone feels unsure about recovery. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches skills for noticing difficult feelings and committing to values-based actions, which can help with long-term coping and relapse prevention.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, life circumstances, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. Together they will try methods that match the client’s needs and adjust the plan over time.

Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy day and to continue care while traveling or between appointments. The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm which formats are offered before booking. Online work can make it simpler to keep regular check-ins, practice skills between sessions, and maintain momentum during recovery.