Patrick Smith, LPC
- Pennsylvania
- PA LPC PC005736
Not accepting new clientsVerified 8 hours ago
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About Patrick
In my 16 years of experience as a therapist, I have discovered that each of us has problems that at times become overwhelming. Many of us know that we are capable, but there are times when each of us find ourselves struggling to cope with certain issues. My counseling approach acknowledges this similarity in all of us. My approach to counseling embraces the reality that all of us will both need and offer help as we journey through life. More importantly, I embrace the value that my clients place upon the issues they present to me. From my perspective, any issue that you feel will improve your well being deserves the benefit of therapy to help you get there. In my practice, I take a non-directive, practical approach to helping. I acknowledge your strengths and embrace you as your own greatest resource. I recognize that each of us experience our distress in our own way. My approach involves listening to you. I believe that therapy is a place for growth and new perspectives. My clients have come to me for many reasons, but much of the time it is because although help is needed, they don't want to be a burden on friends or worry family members that might otherwise be supports. My approach involves exploring your difficult experiences, processing emotions, and building strategies to help you cope with life's challenges. Read more Show less
What Patrick helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness Therapy
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksWorkplace issues