Phil Leal, LCSW-S

Clinical Biography

Phil Leal, LCSW-S, is a licensed clinical social worker in UT Health Austin’s Amplify Center. He specializes in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention. Additionally, Phil Leal serves as the Community Psychiatry Operations Manager for the Dell Medical School Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin.

Phil Leal earned his master’s degree in social work from Texas State University.

Phil Leal has developed a strong commitment to improving the lives of community members throughout his career. With extensive experience in child welfare, hospitals, disability determination services, and the homelessness response continuum of care, he has a strong background in program development, community outreach, and mental health services. Taking a holistic approach to care, he has worked on various initiatives designed to address the mental health needs of underserved populations. He is also passionate about advocacy and has been involved in community projects focused on improving access to care for vulnerable populations.