- Client‑centred work
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Philip
Philip Keogh is an AASW social worker in Australia with 15 years working in adult community mental health teams. He has helped people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self‑esteem, addictions, transitions, depression, grief and loss. He also supports people coping with life changes and exploring life purpose.
Philip uses a person‑centred approach in sessions. He listens without judgement and invites clients to talk at their own pace. Conversations focus on what matters now and on practical ways to manage difficult feelings and situations.
He often draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behaviour changes. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone wants to find reasons to change and build commitment. These methods are mixed with client‑centred listening to keep work grounded and straightforward.
Sessions can cover a wide range of issues from panic and social anxiety to workplace stress and relationship patterns related to attachment or abandonment. He also works with concerns linked to chronic illness, pain and substance use. The emphasis is on clear steps and realistic goals rather than abstract theories.
Philip’s style is direct and practical. He helps people break problems into manageable parts and test small changes between sessions. To begin, visitors are asked to use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial appointment.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Philip commonly uses Client‑Centred Therapy to prioritise the client’s perspective and create space to talk through feelings and decisions. This approach focuses on listening, reflecting what you say, and letting the client lead the pace of work.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test small behavioural experiments. CBT is practical and often helps with anxiety, panic, social fears and depression by breaking problems into steps to try between sessions.
Motivational Interviewing supports people who are weighing up change. It focuses on finding personal reasons to change and strengthening commitment in a collaborative way.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t worked before, and then suggest which methods might fit best. This is a shared decision rather than a fixed plan.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the profile does not specify them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, health appointments or caregiving, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check‑ins when that suits a busy schedule. These practical benefits help sessions slot into everyday life without needing a major change to routines.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self‑esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include addictions, chronic pain and life purpose.
How does he approach someone feeling stuck?
He combines person‑centred listening with practical tools. That means talking through what feels stuck and testing small changes between sessions.
What background and experience does he have?
He has 15 years working in adult community mental health teams and broader social work experience. His work covers a wide range of mental health concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an AASW social worker based in Australia and has substantial experience in community mental health settings.
Can I have sessions in another language or from overseas?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking by using the See online therapy options button and the matching questionnaire. The profile does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Check the platform details for exact pricing for your area.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.