Breaking the Hard Deck to Build Tactical Readiness
NOVA Readiness was founded to redefine mental health support for individuals, professionals, and service-driven communities navigating trauma, stress, leadership, and high-pressure environments — while remaining committed in the realities of those who serve, protect, respond, and lead.
From Standing in Roll Call to Guiding You Through Your Trauma.
Over A Decade of Service
Philip Singh is the founder of NOVA Readiness and a current, active-duty Philadelphia Police Officer with over a decade of experience in patrol and specialized assignments — including Patrol Operations, the Tactical Mountain Bicycle Unit, and the Unmanned Aerial Systems Unit.
Clinically Trained. Culturally Fluent.
Philip is a pre-licensed therapist with clinical training in mental health counseling, specializing in First Responders, Military, Healthcare Professionals, Veterans, and their families. He completed a two-year internship at Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health's First Responder Team.
Modalities & Clinical Approaches
Evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities drawn upon to meet each client's needs:
- //Adlerian Therapy
- //Behavioral Therapy
- //Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- //Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
- //Eclectic Therapy
- //Experiential Therapy
- //Motivational Interviewing
- //Person-Centered Therapy
- //Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
- //Strength-Based Therapy
- //Supportive Psychotherapy
- //Tactical Readiness Approach
- //Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- //Trauma-Informed Care
- //Trauma Therapy
The Work
His focus: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, shame, emotional readiness, and mental health engagement for individuals navigating demanding life circumstances.
Background, training, and field experience.
Current Active-Duty Police Officer
- Served in Patrol Operations, the Tactical Mountain Bicycle Unit, and the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Unit.
University of Pennsylvania Graduate
- Earned a Master's in Mental Health & Counseling from the Graduate School of Education.
Clinical Training
- Two-year internship with Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health's First Responder Team.
- Specializing in First Responders, Military, Healthcare Professionals, Veterans, their families, and high-profile individuals, executives, leaders, high-responsibility professionals, and private clients.
Peer Support & CISM Experience
- Volunteer peer support mentor and CISM-trained responder, supporting fellow first responders through stress, trauma, and critical incidents.
- Conducts critical incident debriefings across all 20 Philadelphia police districts, specialized units, and partner agencies — including fire service and local, state, and federal partners.
Committed to service. Recognized for results.
5 Commendations
Recognized repeatedly for exemplary performance and dedication to duty.
Police Officer of Distinction
Honored for outstanding work in Philadelphia’s 8th District.
Public Safety Recognition
Supported public safety through decisive action during high-risk incidents that helped protect the community.
City & State Recognition
Acknowledged by the Philadelphia Police Department, City Council, and the PA House of Representatives.
— Recognized By
A decade of service, in frame.
Moments from the operational, community, and academic experiences that shape NOVA Readiness.
Four foundations shaping every engagement.
Law Enforcement Background
Years inside the culture inform every clinical decision — the rhythm of shifts, the weight of calls, the silence after.
Peer Support & Crisis Response
Hands-on experience with peer support teams and critical incident response, embedded with operators and agencies.
Ivy League Counseling Training
Graduate-level clinical training grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed practice.
Culturally Competent Care
Care that doesn't require translation. We meet operators, clinicians, and families where they actually live.