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Patrick Barrett

Patrick Barrett

LPC, LCMHC

South Carolina

Practical, goal-focused counseling with Motivational Interviewing

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At a glance

Credentials
LPC, LCMHC
License
LPC, South Carolina / 8449; LCMHC, North Carolina / 9131
Experience
12 years
Languages
English
Location
South Carolina

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    • Motivation-oriented
    • Goal focused
    • Practical strategies

    About Patrick

    Patrick Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 12 years of experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and difficult life changes. Patrick writes plainly and works to make therapy a practical part of daily life.

    He uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that get in the way. Sessions tend to focus on small, doable steps and clearer personal goals.

    Patrick often helps people facing burnout, compassion fatigue, and career strain. He also supports those dealing with trauma, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and struggles with self-esteem. Additional focus areas include drug and alcohol addiction, forgiveness, guilt and shame, loneliness, and life purpose.

    His style is direct but collaborative. He aims to listen first, then help clients set practical goals and try new strategies between sessions. Progress is measured in real-life changes rather than abstract milestones.

    Patrick practices in South Carolina and holds licenses in both South Carolina and North Carolina. Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients can follow the start steps on the platform to match and schedule a first appointment.

  2. How these approaches translate to online therapy

    Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people weigh their own reasons for change. Online sessions using this method focus on clear questions and reflective listening to strengthen a client's motivation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, centers on accepting difficult feelings while committing to actions aligned with personal values. Online ACT work often uses short exercises and home practice to build tolerance for tough emotions and move toward meaningful goals.

    Finding the right approach is part of the process. Patrick will collaborate with clients to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying approaches, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than prescribing one path from the start.

    The practical benefits of online therapy include easier ways to fit sessions into a busy week and the ability to continue work when travel or location makes in-person meetings harder. Because the biography does not list specific formats, confirm which session types are offered before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for regular check-ins, coaching around motivation and habits, and practicing CBT or ACT exercises between meetings.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    Trauma and abuseCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Drug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    12+ years

    Listed in

    South Carolina, North Carolina

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does Patrick address?

    He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, and addictions. He also addresses self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, life purpose, loneliness, and young adult issues.

    What is his general therapeutic style?

    He combines Motivational Interviewing with practical therapies like CBT and ACT. Sessions focus on listening, setting goals, and trying usable strategies between meetings.

    How much clinical experience does he have?

    He has 12 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and substance concerns.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    He holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices in South Carolina with licensure also in North Carolina.

    Which languages are supported and can international clients book?

    Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats are offered?

    Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or in-person sessions are available.

    How is cost handled?

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

    How do I begin working with him?

    Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions 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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