Welcome to Phillip Cleaver therapy! I strongly believe you should feel comfortable with the therapist you choose and hopeful about the therapy. When you feel this way, therapy is more likely to be helpful to you.
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll met you there.” – Rumi
I love the Rumi quote because it so beautifully captures the essence of my approach to therapy. What if we were able to explore your world without interjecting the ideas of right and wrong? Have you ever felt like you didn’t want to share what’s really going on with you because you’re afraid of being judged? It is my goal as a therapist to create a safe, loving, and nonjudgmental place where you can openly and honestly talk about things you may not even talk to your friends about. The goals of my work are to assist you in resolving conflicts and becoming more self-aware. It is my firm belief that each of us has the inner resources we need to resolve our issues and together we will uncover solutions to fit your individual situation.
Credentials:
M.A. Spiritual Psychology, University of Santa Monica
M.A. Clinical Psychology, Antioch University
Clinical Training: Southern California Counseling Center
EMDR Trained
Trauma Resource Institute:
- CRM – Community Resiliency Model
- TRM – Trauma Resiliency Model