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Patricia Wong

Patricia Wong

LCSW

Florida

Clear, practical therapy for life changes

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Florida / SW11759
Experience
13 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

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    • Motivation-focused help
    • Solution-oriented steps
    • Calm supportive style

    About Patricia

    Patricia Wong is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Florida who focuses on helping people through addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship or intimacy concerns. She uses practical, straightforward methods to help people make changes. Patricia aims to be direct when needed and quietly supportive at other times.

    She draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their own reasons for change and build motivation. She also uses Client-Centered principles to create a respectful, listening space. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used when working on specific thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going.

    Patricia describes a solution-focused style that zeroes in on what can be done now. Sessions often identify current symptoms and set clear, manageable goals. The emphasis is on small, realistic steps that fit into everyday life.

    She acknowledges that a hard past can leave patterns of pain, confusion, or destructive behavior. Patricia helps people sort through how those experiences show up now and find ways to respond differently. She encourages practical change rather than long, abstract talk.

    Her approach is collaborative and grounded in respect. People who are ready to try focused work on stress, parenting challenges, grief, career questions, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, or struggles around sexuality and non-monogamy will find an emphasis on real solutions and steady support.

  2. How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

    Patricia commonly uses Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people talk through their own reasons for change and build forward momentum, which can help with addictions, motivation problems, and readiness to try new behaviors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers specific strategies to change unhelpful patterns, useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.

    Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That way sessions focus on what matters most and on concrete steps the person can try between meetings.

    If you are considering online work, confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people use written worksheets or screen-shared tools during sessions to practice skills in real time, so therapy can be practical and work-focused even when it happens remotely.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issues

    Also works with

    Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Polyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSexuality

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    13+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does Patricia help with?

    She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety and depression, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family concerns, grief, anger, self-esteem, career problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, stress, and sexuality and polyamory questions.

    What is her approach and therapy style?

    Her style is straightforward and adaptable. She can be active and direct when needed, and quiet and reverent at other times, with a focus on practical solutions.

    How much experience does she have?

    She has 13 years of clinical experience working with a range of behavioral and emotional concerns.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    She is a Florida LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Florida.

    Which languages are sessions offered in?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can people outside the United States work with her?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How does cost and billing work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working together?

    Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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