- Collaborative approach
- Strengths focused
- Practical strategies
About Patricia
She draws on 24 years of experience across mental health and medical social work. Early work with children, adolescents, and parents shaped how she listens and asks questions. Much of her later work has focused on adults coping with mood concerns, trauma, medical challenges, and family troubles.
Patricia emphasizes clients' strengths and helps people notice what already works. She works with clients to set clear goals, explains the approaches she uses, and checks in on progress as therapy moves forward. Sessions aim to build new ways of reacting to difficult situations and to foster a stronger sense of self.
Her background includes time in outpatient medical settings supporting adults receiving dialysis and other health-related counseling roles. That experience informs how she addresses chronic illness, caregiving stress, and life changes tied to health problems.
Patricia encourages anyone feeling overwhelmed by parenting demands, grief, or ongoing worry to consider small practical steps. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before scheduling and follow the site's Start Therapy process to match with her.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Oregon
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online support for carers
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience. The therapist provides support that respects the client's goals and helps people notice their own strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect; it includes practical exercises to reduce worry, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm during stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Patricia will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She explains different approaches and checks in to see what feels helpful, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online work can help fit therapy into busy caregiving schedules by removing travel time, making it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, or allowing sessions during breaks. It also lets people continue work when medical appointments or home care make leaving harder. Ask about session length, scheduling, and any practical arrangements when you complete the matching questionnaire.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Patricia commonly address?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, caregiving strain, and related concerns like self-esteem and isolation.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and client-centered. She helps clients set goals, explains methods she may use, and focuses on identifying and building strengths.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of combined experience in mental health and medical social work, including work with adults in outpatient medical settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Oregon and bases her practice in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing during the booking process.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability as shown after matching.