I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida. I attended school later in life and I have worked in different areas of social work. The areas include working with children and families that are involved in abuse situations; crisis counseling; working with adolescents in a diversion program; family counseling; and as a school social worker. I also worked with children who had emotional and behavioral problems, and substance abuse issues. I co-facilitated parenting groups that taught parents how to communicate with their adolescent children.
I am compassionate, empathetic, and I care deeply about people being happy. I am easy to talk to and nonjudgmental. I believe that everyone is equal and deserves to be treated with respect.
My goal as a therapist is for people to reach their full potential and be satisfied with where they are in life. My approaches include Solution Focused Therapy, Systems Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Writing Therapy. I work with individuals and couples.
Entering into therapy is the first step towards making positive changes and I want to be a part of your journey.
My hours are flexible and include evening and weekend availability.
Professional experience
10 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsGriefCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Prejudice and discrimination, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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I love Phyllis and she’s so so kind and open and understanding.
Written on May 25, 2025 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is the best
Written on May 17, 2025 after therapy with Phyllis for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and grief
Phyllis was kind, attentive, insightful, and offered great options to help mitigate my stress and reset my thinking. I truly appreciate her expertise and at the same time her laid back demeanor. I highly recommend her.
Written on May 07, 2025 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd
Phyllis is intelligent, caring and the best therapist I have ever met. I would be lost without her support and guidance for my healing journey. Thank you Phyllis, you are amazing!
Written on Apr 05, 2025 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Excellent. Caring. Listens.
Written on Feb 12, 2025 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Not possible to tell you how much she helps me, I don't know the words.
Written on Oct 29, 2024 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, anger management, and coping with life changes
Great person to have on my side to support me!
Written on Feb 29, 2024 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, adhd, anger management, sleeping disorders, compassion fatigue, and coaching
Phyllis has helped me so much throughout the years she is excellent!
Written on Nov 29, 2023 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Very easy to talk to! Helpful in lots of different areas, great advice, & treats you like a life-long friend!
Written on Mar 20, 2023 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Very experienced.
Written on Feb 19, 2023 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
She is so helpful to me and I trust her advice I’m very happy to have some one like her to help me through these difficult time in my life
Written on Feb 14, 2023 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Phyllis has been an incredible help to me and I am grateful to have her as my therapist. She is patient, caring and provides useful perspectives. I have grown a lot by working with her and following her guidance and look forward to meeting with her every week. I highly recommend her to any one who seeks mental help!
Written on Feb 04, 2023 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Phyllis helped me during a turning point in my life. I had never felt such anxiety and pain before in my life. She was available whenever I needed and would spend as much time as I needed to talk things through. She made me feel comfortable and heard and it wasn’t dull conversation. I highly recommend Phyllis!
Written on Dec 27, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties
Phyllis listen s with a caring manner !She asks pertinent questions and offers suggestions that require you to think through your reactions and responses! I trust her ideas anf find her guidance spot on and effective!
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes
Wonderful therapist!
Written on Nov 26, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Phyllis listened, offered good advice and was helpful to me when I needed it
Written on Nov 19, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and parenting issues
Phyllis is down to earth and not asking me to do activities that don't fit me
She is aware of my concerns and addresses them head on. She gives me backbone Anne Buntain
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues
She gave me something back I didn't know I needed... thank you
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Ms Phyllis is Amazing!
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
She’s so polite and kind-hearted. She’s extremely patient and gifted at creating a safe space to speak freely and authentically about whatever topic. She is a fantastic active listener as well. You’re in good hands with Phyllis. Highly recommend.
Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 week on issues concerning stress, anxiety
She is wonderful and awesome and is very concerned always
Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and grief
Very kind when speaking. Listens well, remembers details between sessions, checks in with me. Helps me to set healthy boundaries in my relationships.
Written on Jul 16, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Phyllis is soothing. She’s easy to talk to & helps put things into perspective.
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I'm into my third session with Phyllis. I feel very comfortable talking with her. She has given me several tools to work on my anxiety issues. Phyllis is supportive and positive!
Written on May 29, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Phyllis makes me feel comfortable and I can just be 100% honest with her and it allows me to be 100% honest with myself. She has made such a huge impact in my life. I know I will always get the truth reciprocated from her in a non harsh way that helps me make positive changes in my life.
Written on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Phyllis Babrove is an amazing counselor. She listens, gives good advice, and really helped me during a time of need. I would recommend her 100%!
Written on May 19, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Virtual sessions meet me where I am. She listens and shares her wisdom. I feel seen and understood. Appreciate that!!
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Love Phyllis- I missed her and really needed her back
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Phyllis has been an amazing support system through the ups and downs in my life over the last year and a half. She checks in on me regularly if I don’t have scheduled appointments and it’s very responsive to any messages that I send. She has been a lifeline for me and a time that I needed it and a peace in my life.
Written on May 07, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Phyllis is very thought provoking. So easy to talk to. Had no hesitation just opening up to her. Her calm demeanor with simple accurate advice is very easy to listen to. Helps guide you to the answers you may already know within yourself.
Written on May 01, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
She is great at listening and understanding my situation and problems. Phyllis provides great insight and ways to better myself and deal/manage my issues.
Written on Mar 02, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Excellent and caring therapist
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
This has been my first time doing therapy, but I have wanted to for a long time. I’m glad I started this and I’m glad it was with Phyllis. She is a great listener, very empathetic, and has the necessary skills to help me learn how to recognize and deal with things. I feel comfortable around her and she keeps up with and cares about the things that matter to me. She also knows the exact extent of her limitations and has been very supportive in guiding me to find resources for some specific/niche dynamics.
Overall, I highly recommend her as a therapist, whether you’ve done therapy before or otherwise. She is professional and caring, and is definitely worth it.
Written on Jan 22, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month
Phyllis is so kind but very honest and helpful. I look forward to future sessions with her!
Written on Jan 02, 2022 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Attentive, provide guidance and resources.
Written on Dec 27, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Phyllis has given me the kind of personalized support I need, it does not feel like a waste of my time, which tends to be my experience with therapy. I love the way she takes the time to get to know me and my past before tackling current issues!
Written on Nov 20, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I LOVE HER
Written on Nov 19, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Phyllis is very sweet and knowledgeable
Written on Nov 18, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I have had a great experience with Phyllis! She is a great listener and always encourages me in a very honest way. I enjoy speaking with her each week. She definitely pushes me to be stronger and speak up for myself. I know she cares and wants me to succeed.
Written on Oct 14, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Phyllis has been extremely helpful to me during a difficult time in my life. She is always supportive and understanding of my concerns and helps me to step back and get an objective perception of myself and my situation. I highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 13, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
She is amazing!
I really enjoy talking to her. She has been a great support and a great listener.
Written on Oct 09, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
I really enjoyed expressing myself with Phyllis and her techniques allowed me to be more open.l and honest with myself.
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Phyllis is very kind and was always there for me. Very patient and knowledgeable. Thank you for listening to me and encouraging me.
Written on Sep 16, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I met Dr.Phyllis Babrove last year and she really help me discovered on what it means to have emotions, how to hold myself accountable, set up boundaries, and a lot about what self care means. I had to leave therapy due to some financial problems but I recall how she was so kind and understanding and even said I can ask for her again. Glad I am back and able to get in sometime with her once more. It has been helpful just getting professional help and she is the person who I highly recommend due to her patience, understanding, and listening skills.
Written on Sep 09, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Phyllis is a fantastic listener. It feels like we’ve known each other forever and she makes me feel so comfortable and validated.
Written on Aug 21, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, and parenting issues
Phyllis is a very understanding person as well as patient and attentive.
Written on Jul 30, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
Phyllis Babrove is kind & empathetic. She is patient & truly cares about my personal self-improvement goals.
Written on Jun 24, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
I feel Phyllis has been very helpful to me. I highly recommend her to others
Written on Jun 20, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and grief
Phyliss is a great listener and really helped me through a tough time
Written on May 20, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
All though Phyllis and I are just starting I am 100% confident in her and look forward to continuing my journey.
Written on May 12, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Phyllis has been instrumental in helping me see past my barriers and perceived shortfalls. She always takes time to listen and analyze what I am saying before offering advice, which is normally just what I needed to hear in that moment. She has taken the steps to understand my problems and offer steps to help me work through the issue. I have recommended Phyllis to multiple friends and believe if there were more people seeing counselors like her we would all lead more mentally healthy lives. I am thankful for find her and even more thankful for her advice.
Written on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 6 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, and anger management
I’ve only had Phyllis for a short time but I really like her and trust her to have my best interest at heart. She gave me a few tips that are already working well. I really like this platform as well and have told a few people about it.
Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Phyllis is very patient and understanding. She is always respectful of my thoughts and emotions and responds in a very compassionate manner.
Written on Apr 28, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Phyllis is a great counselor! She has helped me a lot in such a short amount of time
Written on Apr 09, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks
Phyllis Babrove has been truly great! From our first session, she made me feel very comfortable and I was able to freely open up to her. The advice she gave me in our first session has helped me let go of a huge burden I hadn’t fully let go of yet. I am definitely going to continue booking sessions with Phyllis. I actually just booked my 3rd session with her recently. Definitely recommend.
Written on Apr 07, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I really couldn’t have a better therapist. She makes BetterHelp that much better.
Written on Apr 06, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Phyllis has been great to work with so far. She is extremely flexible, an active listener and responds in a timely manner! I am excited to continue working with her!
Written on Mar 18, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
While my time with Phyllis was short due to my current life responsibiliities, she was a great listener and kept it 'real' with me. She is a great counselor and would recommend her to all in need of her services. Thank you Phyllis.
Written on Feb 01, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 months on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is attentive and listens to your concerns
Written on Jan 25, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and career difficulties
I am very pleased so far with Phyllis as my therapist. She’s a great listener. I feel confident in her skill and can see she has a lot of experience in her way of therapy. I trust her to help me improve the things I am battling in my life.
Written on Jan 10, 2021 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Phyllis and BetterHelp have been amazing. In just a short time I feel we were able to connect. She is a gentle voice with great experience. Just the guidance I was looking for.
Written on Dec 29, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Phyllis is patient and compassionate
Written on Dec 21, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
She’s thoughtful and personal and kind!
Written on Dec 15, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Phyllis has been my therapist for over 4 months now and I am beyond grateful and thankful to have the opportunity to work with her to better myself. She is kind and supporting. She is very dedicated to helping others and goes above and beyond to make sure you reach your goals. She is very easy to talk to and I wouldn't be where I am today without her. She is remarkable!
Written on Dec 06, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Phyllis is amazing! From our first conversation she made me feel totally at ease. She was friendly, warm, and compassionate! I absolutely love her!!
Written on Dec 02, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
She is the best!
Written on Nov 25, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 4 months
Phyllis has been very helpful in many ways. She has given me insight to different aspects that I hadn't thought of before. She is very easy to talk to and very knowledgeable.
Written on Nov 22, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
Phyllis has been a tremendous help to me. I feel very differently about the way I communicate and feel on a daily basis these days thanks to all her help
Written on Nov 01, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Absolutely greatest I’ve ever had. She listens she understands and takes her time with you. Answers messages as soon as possible so sweet and caring. I love her!
Written on Oct 13, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
Not only she's a great listener, but she would guide you in the right direction without pushing you. Thank you, Phyllis!
Written on Aug 05, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, coaching, and adhd
It’s only been a couple times but I highly recommend. She listens and offers un opinionated advice and really cares.
Written on Jul 27, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I’ve really learned from my sessions with Phyllis. I have noticed a change in my outlook and have learned how to better manage my stress and anxiety, which we established as goals together during my first session.
Written on Jul 23, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Phyllis has really helped me reframe my thoughts and been a listening ear from my petty stuff to my big stuff
Written on Jul 18, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
So far I’ve had two sessions with Phyllis and she has been great! She’s helped me so much already and I’m looking forward to continuing therapy with her
Written on Jun 29, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Phyllis is a kind person, and a good listener. I never felt judge, but always felt supported.
Written on Jun 28, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
She’s absolutely amazing.
Written on Jun 19, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
She understands and she is kind.
Written on Jun 08, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Great listener, non judgmental.
Written on Jun 04, 2020 after therapy with Phyllis for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
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