Philip Labib

Philip Labib is a licensed psychotherapist in the Sultanate of Oman and Founder of Day One Counseling Center, with 17 years of clinical experience in psychotherapy and addiction treatment. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Diploma in Clinical Psychology, and a Master’s degree in Psychodrama. His experience includes more than 14 years of specialized work with sexual addiction and compulsive sexual behavior, alongside other forms of addiction.

His therapeutic approach is integrative, combining psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches, humanistic therapy, psychodrama, and group therapy. He has received Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) training from the Beck Institute, including specialized training in anxiety, personality disorders, addiction treatment, and substance abuse. His clinical interests also include trauma, trauma reenactment, enmeshment, and dysfunctional family dynamics, with an emphasis on understanding how early experiences and relational patterns influence emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Alongside his clinical practice, Philip has designed and developed specialized treatment programs and therapeutic groups for different forms of addiction. He is a member of the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals (IITAP), the American Psychological Association (APA), and NAADAC – Association for Addiction Professionals. His work emphasizes individualized treatment, addressing underlying psychological patterns, and supporting sustainable recovery.