Philip B. Gnilka, Ph.D.
Philip B. Gnilka, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, CCMHC
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Welcome…
Finding a counselor is a big endeavor. I deeply value my clients’ trust and well-being, so I want to ensure you find the best fit and make an informed decision before moving forward.
I provide a free consultation which gives us a chance to get to know one another. This time is an opportunity for you to open up as much as you feel comfortable and I can let you know if I can be helpful. I also spend a few minutes going over the logistics of working together and answering any questions. If we both feel working together would be beneficial, we can schedule an initial session to get started.
My experience as a tenured professor in mentoring students about counseling approaches and theories reinforced my passion for helping individual clients directly. My adult and adolescent clients have a range of focus areas, though I specialize in anxiety, stress management, and perfectionism. Feel free to check out my research.
I can help you with:
Perfectionism
Career Burnout
Depression
Stress Management
Anxiety-related Issues
Self-esteem
Good to know…
I am quite extroverted and enjoy going out with family and friends. I have a particular passion for traveling and especially enjoy experiencing different countries and cultures. In my spare time besides traveling, I enjoy reading, spending time at the local coffee shop with my french bulldogs, Gnocchi and Ravioli, and trying new recipes (with the occasional craft cocktail) in the kitchen.
My educational background:
1999: B.A. in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
2006: M.A. in Counseling from Wake Forest University (CACREP-accredited)
2010: Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Practice from Georgia State University (CACREP-accredited)
Academic positions:
2010-2012: Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at Kent State University, Kent, OH.
2012-2016: Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at DePaul University, Chicago, IL.
2016 - 2018: Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA.
2018 - 2022: Associate Professor of Counselor Education at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA.
Licenses and Certifications:
Clinical Professional Counselor, Nevada, #CP5475-R
Licensed Professional Counselor, Georgia, #8584
Licensed Professional Counselor, Virginia , #701010755
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, California, #11502
Board Certified in General Counseling (NCC) from the National Board of Certified Counselors
Board Certified in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CCMHC) from the National Board of Certified Counselors
