- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- CBT and DBT ideas
About Patricia
Patricia Bell is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) and a licensed clinical social worker-clinical (LCSW-C) with seven years of clinical experience in Ohio. She offers therapy focused on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Patricia is familiar with related concerns such as attachment and abandonment, communication problems, and caregiver stress. She works with adults and speaks English.
In sessions she uses straightforward conversation to understand what is going on now. Patricia listens to immediate problems and helps people name practical goals. She draws on client-centered methods so the person's priorities lead the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ideas are used to spot patterns and try different ways of coping.
Patricia often helps people who feel stuck after big life changes. That includes trouble adjusting to new roles, dealing with loss, or facing addictive behavior. She also supports people handling chronic illness, blended family stress, or complicated relationships. Her approach is action-focused and problem-solving when that fits.
She will work with clients to set small, achievable steps. Sessions may include learning new coping skills, practicing communication, or changing unhelpful thinking patterns. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy are part of her toolbox when someone wants to set clear short-term goals.
To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session. The subscription model can be canceled at any time, and fees vary depending on location.
How her approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. The therapist reflects what she hears and helps people clarify what matters to them. This approach helps when someone wants to set the agenda for their own change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. Sessions may include identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small behavioral experiments. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress related problems.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It includes grounding techniques and practical exercises that can be practiced between sessions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That decision can change over time as needs evolve.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life whether someone is at school, starting a job, or managing caregiving duties. They can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins, and offer options when scheduling around classes or shifts. Ask about the specific session types available when you sign up.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, plus related concerns such as attachment issues and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses plain conversation and client-centered methods, adding CBT and DBT techniques to practice new coping skills and change unhelpful thinking.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional clinical experience working with adults on a range of mental health concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LISW in Ohio and LCSW-C in Maryland and practices from Ohio.
Can non-English speakers work with her?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she see clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What is the pricing structure for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapy uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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