Philip Sayegh, CA Psychologist 26717

Philip Sayegh is a California-licensed psychologist with 16 years of professional experience working with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and significant life changes. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Southern California in 2013 and completed postdoctoral training at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. He holds a California psychologist license, listed as CA Psychologist 26717.

Throughout his career he has supported people coping with loss, motivation difficulties, low self-esteem and confidence challenges, and transitions such as cognitive decline and taking on caregiving responsibilities for a loved one. His practice also addresses aging and geriatric concerns, caregiver stress, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, mood disorders, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.

Philip approaches therapy from a strengths-oriented perspective, recognizing that clients are the experts on their own stories and that existing strengths can be mobilized to meet current challenges. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs and goals, and he welcomes the opportunity to work collaboratively with clients in therapy.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Philip uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques adapted for online delivery. He offers skills-based coping strategies that teach practical tools for managing stress, anxiety, and low mood - these focus on building day-to-day skills like emotion regulation, problem-solving, and behavioral activation to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. He also provides grief- and loss-focused work that helps people process bereavement and other forms of loss, supporting adjustment and meaning-making during difficult transitions. In addition, he addresses caregiver and aging-related concerns by helping clients navigate role changes, caregiver stress, and the emotional demands of supporting a loved one.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Philip works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors sessions and adjusts methods over time so therapy remains responsive and practical.

Online therapy with Philip is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These options make it easier for clients to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity of care during transitions, and receive consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists in ways that suit their routines.