Therapist profile
Philippa Mariner, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, California / 88152
- NPI1598195976
- Experience6 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- anger management skills
- communication work
- stress reduction
About Philippa
Philippa Mariner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in California with six years of professional experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, and anger. Philippa also supports people facing life transitions and problems with motivation and confidence.
Philippa frames the client as the expert in their own story. She looks for strengths clients already have and uses those as a starting point. In sessions she helps people notice patterns that fuel anger or persistent worry and then tries small, practical changes to break those cycles.
Her approach is straightforward and goal-focused. Conversations are used to identify what is getting in the way day to day. Then Philippa helps set realistic steps to test new responses, manage stress, and communicate more effectively with others.
People who come for help with relationship issues or intimacy-related concerns can expect work on boundaries and clearer communication. For those facing grief, trauma, or addiction-related challenges she focuses on coping skills that reduce overwhelm and increase stability.
Sessions also address work and career stress, parenting pressures, and concerns tied to identity such as LGBT issues. Philippa pays attention to common threads like guilt, shame, or isolation and helps clients build practical strategies to feel less stuck.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Philippa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills people can practice between sessions. One common approach helps people track triggers, notice automatic reactions, and test small behavioral changes to reduce anger and reactivity. This teaches practical alternatives to snapping or bottling up feelings.Another frequent strand is skills for managing stress and improving communication. This includes short exercises for calming the body, pacing responses, and rehearsing clearer requests in relationships. These techniques are useful for work stress, parenting demands, and resolving recurring conflicts.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the process. Philippa works collaboratively to figure out what fits a person's goals and daily life. She adjusts tools and pacing based on how a client responds and what feels most useful.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, have shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to practice real-life skills between meetings and support practical changes in everyday situations.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting, career concerns, bipolar and ADHD related struggles, and related topics listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is direct and practical. She helps people identify patterns, set small goals, and try concrete steps to change responses and improve communication.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including stress, relationship problems, and mood difficulties.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California and practices there.
Can I see a therapist in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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