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Phyllis Trail, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Phyllis is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Phyllis. View 13 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Phyllis is absolutely wonderful! She has helped me so much in understanding things in different ways especially with my thinking patterns. I am so blessed to have found her as a therapist!

Reviewed November 2024

Having a connection with your therapist is very important and I felt that connection with Phyllis right away. She really listens. I look forward to our weekly session because I feel like a heavy load was lifted from me after each session. She saved me during my lowest and darkest months. My healing journey is continuing. I love that she has a sense of humor. Grief is traumatic. But if you have someone like Phyllis you’ll never feel alone. She has this natural way of making you feel that you’ll be okay.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Phyllis

  • 27 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

Hi!

I am Phyllis Trail, LMFT. I am a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a nursing background. I help clients master life changes, including stress, anxiety, addictions, illness, grief and loss, depression, and other issues. One of my focus areas has been those who are raising OPKs (Other People's Kids). Another has been Christian Counseling, for those who prefer it.

Our lives have largely been affected by what we adapted to as children, when we learned about life from people around us. Sometimes therapy involves sorting those ideas from what my client really wants, and giving them permission to have that. Other times therapy is more present-day, as we tackle current stressors or issues.

There are many schools or methods of psychotherapy. I take cues from my clients to find ways they can receive help. I rely on my instincts and our relationship to guide us.

I enjoy revealing hope to my clients. I often can see the silver lining that awaits as we venture through hindrances, to reach freedom, peace, and hope. People come to a therapist to sort out problems, to find solutions and ways out.

People need hope. They need love, compassion, and empathy; those are my tools and strengths. When people get insight and permission to be themselves and move forward, their eyes light up and their entire face changes. It’s awesome, being free!

I’m interested in helping you get free. If my description of therapy appeals to you and your needs, contact me. Let’s see what we come up with! You are the expert of your story, and you have many strengths to assist you in overcoming challenges. I honor you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Grief Depression Coping with life changes Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Postpartum depression Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Licenses

Phyllis Trail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508343484.

  • LMFT · California · 15312 · Expires February 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Phyllis Trail

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

13 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped The best Encouraging Great Helpful Listens Understand Wonderful Caring Comfortable

Phyllis is absolutely wonderful! She has helped me so much in understanding things in different ways especially with my thinking patterns. I am so blessed to have found her as a therapist!

Reviewed November 2024

Having a connection with your therapist is very important and I felt that connection with Phyllis right away. She really listens. I look forward to our weekly session because I feel like a heavy load was lifted from me after each session. She saved me during my lowest and darkest months. My healing journey is continuing. I love that she has a sense of humor. Grief is traumatic. But if you have someone like Phyllis you’ll never feel alone. She has this natural way of making you feel that you’ll be okay.

Reviewed September 2024

Phyllis had been such a great support for me in my time of need. She has been encouraging, caring and so positive that it makes me know I’m taking the right steps to move forward and heal. I’m excited to see what the future brings.

Reviewed July 2024

I am grateful for Phyllis. Phyllis helped me to cope with stressors at home and at work at a time I thought I was going to go crazy. She listens well and provides a different perspective to arrive at a solution. It has worked well for me. I also like that we have the same beliefs as a Christian so my goals and her solutions are in sync.

Reviewed May 2024

Phyllis has helped me when I was desperately needing help. Her therapy helped me better understand all the help that is out there for me.

Reviewed May 2024

Phyllis is the easiest psychologist to talk to I’ve ever had. I never felt judged, and I never felt like I had to censor myself

Reviewed May 2024

I look forward to the sessions with Phyllis as I feel she really does listen and she sometimes challenges me to think about things or clarify what I’ve said which is very helpful. Also Phyllis encourages me which does a great deal in inspiring me and helping me move forward in my current journey.

Reviewed March 2024

Phylis is a well fit therapy for me , she has a good sense of humor , direct , spiritual and understand my back ground working environment as a nurse . She is an awesome therapist

Reviewed March 2024

Phyllis was very helpful, encouraging, and listened attentively. I appreciated her feedback as well as her strategies.

Reviewed February 2024

I've only had 3 video calls so far but I've truly enjoyed talking with Phyllis and look forward to it each week. She has given me wonderful recommendations to different videos and articles on various topics we talked about during our sessions. I cried after my first session with her because she gave me so much hope for what we can accomplish working together.

Reviewed February 2024

Phyllis is kind, funny and asks good questions so that I need to really think about the answers. I like that she often refers to scripture and offers me resources, such as authors to check out videos to watch. I feel comfortable and at ease in our sessions, and I enjoy talking with her.

Reviewed November 2023

Phyllis is kind and compassionate and the conversation and guidance from her is organic and natural. I appreciate her professionalism and grace along with her insights.

Reviewed September 2023

Thank you for being here with listening ears.

Reviewed August 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Phyllis Trail offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Phyllis Trail works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Phyllis Trail speak?

Phyllis Trail speaks English.

How many years of experience does Phyllis Trail have?

Phyllis Trail has 27 years of experience.

Where is Phyllis Trail licensed to practice?

Phyllis Trail is licensed to practice in California.

Does Phyllis Trail accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Phyllis Trail does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Phyllis Trail offer?

Phyllis Trail offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Phyllis Trail?

Phyllis Trail can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Phyllis Trail?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.