Philip A Bower, LICSW

Philip Bower, LICSW provides affirming telehealth therapy for adults in Massachusetts, Maine, and Washington. He specializes in working with LGBTQIA+ adults, veterans, and others navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity, life transitions, and burnout. His approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping clients build a life that feels more authentic, connected, and sustainable.

This scheduling page allows you to request an appointment or consultation. If you're unsure whether we're a good fit, you're welcome to schedule a consultation to explore your options.

15 min therapy consultation

Choosing a therapist is an important decision, and it's okay to have questions before getting started.

This complimentary 15-minute phone or video consultation is an opportunity for us to briefly connect, discuss what brings you to therapy, and explore whether my approach feels like a good fit for your needs. You are welcome to ask questions about therapy, my areas of focus, scheduling, fees, or the different access pathways available.

This consultation is not a therapy session, does not establish a therapeutic relationship, and is not appropriate for urgent mental health concerns or crises.

If it feels like we're a good fit, we'll discuss the next steps for scheduling your intake appointment.

Intake Session

Your intake appointment is the first step in beginning therapy. During this session, we'll take time to get to know one another, explore what brings you to therapy, review your personal and mental health history, discuss your strengths and goals, and begin developing a plan that reflects what you hope to achieve.

This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about the therapy process and determine whether my approach feels like a good fit for your needs.

By the end of our session, we'll discuss recommendations for ongoing care and, if appropriate, schedule future appointments.

Please note that this appointment is for psychotherapy services and is not a psychiatric evaluation or medication management visit.