- Attachment-based work
- Emotion-focused methods
- Skills from DBT and CBT
About Patricia
Patricia Brickman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with three years of clinical experience as a therapist. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, mood disorders, and issues related to eating and body image. She also supports people coping with life changes, grief, and compassion fatigue.
Before working independently, she gained experience in inpatient psychiatric care, residential eating disorder treatment, and community-based outpatient programs. That background informs how she recognizes patterns that start in the family of origin and continue to affect adult life. Patricia commonly works with adults aged 18 to 35.
Her approach centers on client-centered principles and attachment-based ideas. She uses emotion-focused methods to identify and name feelings. She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive strategies to develop practical skills for emotion regulation and decision making.
Sessions typically involve clear, direct conversations about current problems and the habits that maintain them. Patricia helps people notice unhelpful patterns and test small changes. She pays attention to relationship roles learned in childhood and how those roles show up now.
Her training includes a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Northwest University in Kirkland, Washington, completed in 2018. Patricia pairs that academic background with hands-on work in higher-intensity settings to help people manage symptoms and daily challenges. If someone wants to meet about family of origin issues or related concerns, she can discuss fit and next steps.
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes patterns of connection and how early bonds shape current relationships. It helps people notice how they seek closeness or pull away, and supports learning different ways of relating in adult life.Client-Centered Therapy focuses on open conversation and the client's own goals. The therapist listens and reflects so the person can clarify values, set priorities, and make practical choices about relationships and wellbeing.
Finding the best approach is collaborative. Patricia will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. That can mean combining emotion-focused work with skills from CBT or DBT, and adjusting the plan as progress is seen.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or school. They also allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight and let people use audio-only options if bandwidth or being on camera is difficult. Talk with Patricia about what will fit into daily life and how to structure sessions to meet practical needs.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family patterns?
She addresses family of origin issues, attachment problems, and how early roles affect current relationships. This includes related worries like self-esteem, codependency, and blended family stress.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Patricia works from a client-centered stance and uses an emotion-focused lens. Sessions combine conversation about feelings with practical skill building.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience as a practicing therapist and several more years working in mental health settings such as inpatient and residential programs.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Washington and completed a Masters in Counseling Psychology in 2018 from Northwest University in Kirkland, WA.
Which languages are supported and are international clients possible?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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