- Solution-focused
- Client-centered
- Mindfulness-based
About Patricia
She uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. Conversations focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real evidence. Clients learn skills from cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness to manage mood, reduce worry, and handle difficult moments.
Patricia describes her style as client-centered and solution-focused. Sessions aim to be respectful, honest, and affirming. She treats each person as the expert in their own life and supports them in setting realistic goals and steps toward change.
Her background includes a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Washington School of Social Work. She has about 15 years of clinical experience across social services and private practice, including work with people who have severe, persistent mental illness and those navigating family or career transitions.
Patricia often collaborates with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and social service agencies when care coordination is helpful. She is comfortable supporting people through grief, parenting stress, relationship problems, and questions about life purpose. She encourages anyone feeling stuck to consider a first step toward change.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.