- ACT techniques
- CBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Patrick
Patrick Currie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 20 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, career concerns, depression, coping with life changes, LGBT issues, relationship troubles, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder and coaching. He also focuses on family of origin issues, life purpose, money and financial issues, multicultural concerns, and young adult issues.
Patrick began his career after earning a bachelor's degree in psychology with a focus on behavioral medicine and health psychology. Early work on an inpatient adolescent psychiatric unit exposed him to the harms of trauma and neglect and led him to pursue a master’s degree in counseling psychology. Those experiences shaped his interest in helping people rebuild after difficult events.
He has practiced across clinical, educational and correctional settings. He has provided individual counseling, led workshops on stress management and healthy choices, and ran group programs for violence prevention, drug abuse prevention, relapse prevention and anger management. He continues to offer outpatient therapy for a wide range of concerns including work and career problems and life transitions.
His approach mixes several methods in plain terms. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to challenge unhelpful thinking, mindfulness to develop present-moment awareness, and elements of acceptance and commitment work to promote values-driven action. Sessions aim to build awareness, acceptance and practical coping skills.
Patrick is attentive to cultural and identity differences, including racial, cultural, LGBT and disability-related issues. He works with individuals to identify strengths, build resilience and make practical changes toward better day-to-day functioning.
How Patrick uses ACT, CBT and mindfulness online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting controlled by them, then choose actions that reflect their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and changing behaviors to reduce distress and improve problem solving. It is practical for anxiety, depression and relationship stress. Mindfulness practice trains present-moment noticing and calmer responding, which can lower reactivity to strong emotions.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Patrick will collaborate with each person to see which methods fit their goals and situation. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than assuming a single method will be best.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy around study, work and busy days and reducing travel time. The biography does not specify which online formats are used, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid long commutes, or continue care during moves, while the therapist and client focus together on what methods and pacing suit everyday life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship issues, trauma and related concerns. Young adult issues such as starting work, finishing school or life transitions are listed areas of focus.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He blends client-centered listening with practical techniques from CBT, ACT and mindfulness. Sessions focus on building awareness, acceptance and useful coping skills.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience across inpatient, educational and correctional settings and ongoing outpatient practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
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