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Paula Patterson

Paula Patterson

LCSW

North Carolina

Calm, experienced therapist focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, North Carolina / C009264
Experience
20 years
Languages
English
Location
North Carolina

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    • 20 years experience
    • LCSW in North Carolina
    • Motivational focus

    About Paula

    Paula Patterson is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship strain. She brings 20 years of experience and a calm, practical approach to conversations about difficult feelings. Paula aims to make therapy approachable for people who feel overwhelmed or stuck.

    She helps clients notice patterns that keep problems going, such as obsessive thinking or self-harming behaviors. Paula also works with people dealing with addictions, grief, bipolar mood shifts, and the effects of sexual assault and abuse. Her practice includes attention to issues like jealousy, compulsions, seasonal mood changes, and compassion fatigue.

    Paula uses a mix of methods to match each person's needs. She draws on Motivational Interviewing to build motivation for change and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and helpful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered listening are part of how she helps people change unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.

    Her work emphasizes practical skills and steady support. Sessions often include talking through recent struggles, learning specific coping tools, and planning small steps that fit daily life. Paula seeks to make progress feel doable rather than overwhelming.

    Paula practices in North Carolina as an LCSW. She speaks English and has two decades of clinical experience working with adults who face complex emotional and behavioral challenges. If you want straightforward, experienced guidance through painful or confusing times, she offers a steady therapeutic presence.

  2. Approaches that guide online therapy conversations

    Paula uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and build motivation step by step. This approach is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about making a change.

    She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting pushed around by them, then choosing actions that fit what matters most. That can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Paula will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

    Confirm current online session options before booking so you know how appointments are delivered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around family schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Many people find that working remotely helps them practice skills in their daily routines and keeps therapy consistent during busy weeks.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

    Also works with

    AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

    Additional focus areas

    JealousyObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuse

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    20+ years

    Listed in

    North Carolina

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does she help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship strain, plus concerns like addiction, grief, and self-esteem.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her approach is empathetic and practical, mixing listening with hands-on tools to address patterns and build coping skills.

    How much experience does this therapist have?

    She has 20 years of clinical experience providing therapy for a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.

    What are her credentials and where is she based?

    She is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina and practices there.

    Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

    Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

    What session formats are available?

    Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for appointments.

    How does payment work?

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

    How do I begin working with her?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist 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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