Philip Valentinetti Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

Philip Valentinetti, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, 92641 is practicing under the supervision of Angela Peña (Texas, LPC-S, 69828) at Lifeologie Counseling Dallas.

Please, note: A clinician listed as being “clinically supervised” is completing clinical hours toward their licensure. They have one or more fully licensed clinical supervisors that often have special training. They consult with their supervisor(s) on all of their cases.

The longstanding mindfulness and meditation practices that I engage with lead me to focus highly on the present moment. Focusing on what you are thinking, feeling, and experiencing in the here-and-now gives you the opportunity for insight about the root causes of what is holding you back. I believe a present-moment therapeutic approach is one of the best spaces for intentional, meaningful change.

Curiosity is the single greatest attribute a therapist can possess. I leverage a naturally inquisitive mind to create a space where we can question what does and does not work for you, what patterns of behavior started, and discover how you can bring your authentic self to the surface.

The Gift of Therapy by Irvine D. Yalom. There are many possible goals of therapy. We may identify patterns, reduce distress, or practice new skills, and underneath is all I believe that most people seek meaning and purpose in their lives. There are big questions to be answered, and no one else can do it for us. Finding our own answers to the big questions of life gives us direction for living in alignment with our own personal values.

Prior to embarking on my current career as a therapist, I enjoyed success in hospitality professions such as restaurant management, yoga teaching, and massage therapy. I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Texas Woman's University and completed my clinical hours at Sante Center for Healing, a residential treatment center in Argyle, TX specializing in addiction recovery and dual diagnosis. My eclectic professional background has instilled in me a deep orientation towards service to others. I draw on these experiences to create a safe, supportive environment when providing counseling services to individuals, couples, and groups.