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I am a Social Worker licensed in California and New York State with over 25 years experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Patricia Nelson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She always listens and helps me find constructive ways to accomplish my goals.
Written on Dec 25, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Absolutely phenomenal person and therapist. There’s no-one like her. I feel renewed, and a lot more stable than before LOL.
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life change
I appreciate how understanding my Therapist is.
Written on Nov 13, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Patricia has helped me so much. She is a very thoughtful and kind therapist
Written on Nov 11, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Patricia is kind, considerate and an absolute expert at what she does. My life has genuinely turned around for the better since I started working with her!
Written on Oct 26, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
She is the one of the best. I am so greatful that she listens to me patiently, she understands where I'm coming from, she doesn't judge, and we can come up with solutions together. I am extremely greatful for her guidance
Written on Oct 23, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adh
Patricia is a great therapist! Very knowledgeable and very empathetic. She constantly checks in with me and always makes me feel proud of myself whenever I do something good. Very grateful!
Written on Oct 04, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Patricia is a great support to me. And I appreciate her.
Written on Sep 03, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions
Patricia has been such a huge help. It’s the support I never knew I needed.
Written on Aug 01, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Absolutely wonderful human and therapist.
Written on Jul 15, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief
She has been absolutely fabulous and I wish I signed up sooner
Written on Jul 13, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Very wise in all aspects of life!! 10/10 highly recommended!
Written on Jun 20, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Patricia answered my question and taught me a new technique. Problem solved, thank you!
Written on Jun 10, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks
She's helping me work through some very old and now current issues. I appreciate her being there for me to sound off and give me encouragement and backs up my thoughts. I appreciate her feedback.
Written on Jun 07, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
I could not ask for a better match. Patricia responds promptly, checks in regularly and is attentive during sessions. Her insight has been helpful and timely.
Written on May 27, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
A life changing experience
Written on May 26, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
She is kind and compassionate and attentive.
Written on May 17, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and anger management
I have been nervous to start therapy but have known I needed it for years now. Starting work with Patricia has been life changing. I was skeptical about how effective not working in person would be but Patrica’s warm personality and expertise comes through so easily. I look forward to our weekly sessions and am so glad I found her.
Written on Apr 30, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and parenting issues
Wow where do I start. From the very first session, Patricia warm and kind spirit, freed me to share what I've been going through. She is a great listener and gives me feed back and suggestions. Our scheduled sessions are always to fit my schedule. And most importantly, I feel like I am being helped. I know, I won't get healed in five sessions. But at least the door is open and I am getting great tools. I actually hope I qualify to get more time. I really want to heal and learn to to to carry me a lifetime. I like working with her
Written on Mar 30, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Patricia has been a safe, calm and welcoming space to share sensitive information and the recent struggles I’ve been going through. I appreciate how intently she listens and how she responds with empathy and understanding. Her suggestions and guidance have been super helpful and already I’m seeing positive changes with putting plans into action. I’m thankful for her gentle nature and many years of experience!
Written on Mar 10, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Patricia has a warm soul. She listens intently and allows me to fully express my concerns. She’s almost too good
Written on Mar 02, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Patricia is wonderful. I really look forward to our conversations each week. She is so compassionate and understanding. She pays attention and really listens.
Written on Jan 31, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders
I recommend Patricia shes so sweet and listens to everything and gives me tools i can use to deal with what im going through
Written on Jan 17, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Awesome therapist very supportive . Helped me change my life .
Written on Jan 12, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Patricia has always been a wonderful, kind, and understanding therapist. I appreciate that she listens to me whenever I feel the need to vent and provides advice when needed.
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Great therapist, would definitely recommend!!
Written on Dec 10, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 1 year on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and career difficulties
I’ve been receiving care with Patricia Nelson on a weekly basis since June 2023, and my first instinct is to mention that I believe she is sent by God! She has been instrumental in helping me through some exceptionally challenging times, and between her tender heart and Godly wisdom, I’ve grown and healed in many ways. God has used her to walk with me, stand beside me, and patiently nudge me to keep going when I’ve wanted to give in. She knows what to say, when to say it, and the experience and exercises she’s given me have opened my eyes and heart, giving me the courage and trust to try life again. Thank you God, thank you Patricia, and thank you Faithfulcounseling for contributing to my life. I thank God and Patricia for how much I have healed! May God be Glorified!
Written on Oct 16, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 4 months
Patricia is thoughtful reflective and supportive. She's like your best friend that you've known forever!
Written on Sep 30, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 3 months
Good listener, very kind.
Written on Apr 19, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months
Patricia has been a huge help to me in getting ahold of my anxiety and always replies quickly, she has so many helpful methods and for many types of people, shes been outstanding at helping me come to terms with many things and im glad to have had her as my therapist. I would highly reccomend her to anyone having issues with anxiety, fear related to relationships and major career stress. I feel i can enjoy my life again and she truly understood where i was coming from :)
Written on Mar 04, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Patricia is great! So glad to have found her.
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Patricia helped me through a really tough time post the birth of my daughter and she helped me re-frame my mindset completely. I will be forever grateful for her help which has allowed me to enjoy being a mother.
Written on Nov 27, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She truly listens, understand, demonstrates sincere empathy, and is a genuinely supportive & helpful therapist.
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, career difficulties, and adhd
She replies to my messages quickly all the time. And never once late for our video call sessions. She has been such a great help. I feel happier ever since I started seeing her. She’s a ray of sunshine and a very good therapist. I look forward to our sessions as it’s almost like talking to a friend more than a therapist. Love her!
Written on Nov 06, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Patricia is great, we have been working together for over two months and she has helped me get through a lot of challenges in my life. She’s made my transitions easier to deal with and she makes me feel very comfortable to talk about how I feel.
Written on Oct 29, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Patricia is always great at taking away the “big” points from what I say, even if I don’t recognize them right away. She always pushes me to work on myself while still celebrating the small victories.
Within the first few minutes of our initial meeting I could tell she understood who I was and what I needed.
Written on Oct 11, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Very lovely and supportive. I enjoy our chats. She is always on time and helps me see things, recognize the issues and come up with a resolution.
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kind, insightful, and effective recommendations
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and family conflicts
Very kind. Seemed like I was talking with my best friend.
Written on Sep 09, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning coping with life changes
Patricia has been very helpful, kind and understanding.
Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks
Patricia is incredibly well versed in her profession. She takes time to listen to my concerns, struggles, accomplishments and questions. She supports me by asking the right questions for me to know myself in a deeper way. Patricia gives me tools and exercises to use while I’m processing and growing. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a kind, nurturing, authentic therapist. She has helped me in more ways than I can write and I’m thankful for her service.
Written on Jul 03, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thank you for being with me !
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, a
It's just been a few weeks but she is a gem. Enjoying all of our sessions and I think I am growing.
Written on Jun 11, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
The best therapist I've had, great at communicating but the best part is you can tell she cares about the conversations
Written on Jun 02, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
You are a wonderful therapist ✨
Written on Jun 01, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks
Patricia is very understanding and patient, she listens to me and works with me on my issues and concerns! Great therapist:)
Written on May 29, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and adhd
She has given me some strategies that I can put in place right away. It has made such a difference in a short amount of time.
Written on May 27, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Patricia helped me to navigate a particularly painful situation with my emotionally abusive family. I was a mess before I found her and now I'm putting my life back together, feeling calmer and more hopeful than I have in years. Patricia is a great listener and has so much empathy. She celebrates my breakthroughs and gives me the tools to deal with my struggles. I'm so glad to have met her.
Written on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Great work, gives great insight and helps work through difficult times.
Written on May 02, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Patricia has been so lovely to work with! This is my first time using therapy of any kind and she has made it such a positive experience! She is kind, compassionate and supportive. I am thankful for her support during this season of my life and would recommend this platform to my friends and family!
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks
Love Patricia and she is very responsive and empathetic. The only critic I have is that she doesn’t call me out on stuff and challenge me. Tell me that im being stupid or something lol. I wont take it to heart. Otherwise very nice
Written on Apr 05, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, adhd, anger management, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, sleeping disorders, and addictions
Patricia was great at giving me support encouragement and beneficial insight on Ways for me to grow and improve in my life
Written on Mar 17, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 1 month
She’s been super helpful even with my scheduling for work. I’m not the best at answering but she’s always reaching out to see how I’m doing. She’s helped me a lot with many struggling issues I have. She’s been a huge support for me
Written on Jan 30, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, grief, sleeping disorders, and eating disorders
Patricia has been incredibly helpful - she came to my aid when I most needed it and I have looked forward to our sessions where we can work through problems together. I like her solution based approach(techniques, mindset etc) but with deep understanding as well. Always compassionate and considerate, she takes the time to understand things from many different points of view and does not hesitate to gently offer advice. She always creates a calm atmosphere and makes you feel supported which is always important. Couldn’t recommend her enough
Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and lgbt
I have now been meeting with Patricia for a month and a half and I would definitely recommend her as someone who has the ability to make you feel comfortable and at ease in opening up and helps you see things for what they really are. I didn't know what I was expecting in counseling at the beginning other than I knew I needed help in walking back through some dark times and dealing with thought patterns and behavioral patterns that I needed to understand and deal with.
Just being able to talk with Patricia, who is trained to see and understand the connection between the puzzle pieces while I vocalize piece by piece my past while learning to live in the present has been such a help. Grateful for counseling and grateful for Patricia!
Written on Jan 03, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 1 month
Patricia is understanding and helpfull. She is positive and nice. I like and enjoy our sessions.
Written on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Patricia has been really helpful and I plan to continue our sessions for another month.
Written on Dec 04, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I feel better after every session
Written on Nov 19, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, and relationship issues
Patricia is a great therapist, I highly recommend her
Written on Nov 14, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Very respectful, understanding, and knowledgeable!
Written on Oct 18, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Patricia's kind, understanding and positive approach to therapy and counselling has been of great value, and provided some much needed motivation throughout some difficult periods. She's been reliable, responsive and always supportive and enthusiastic in our sessions. Patricia helped keep focus on making progress, and most of all, appreciating any progress that was made, no matter how big or small. Invaluable. Highly recommended; especially if good and positive energy in the process is desirable.
Written on Sep 18, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She is so helpful, empathetic, and considerate, she even shares the same beliefs spiritually and is able to give me tools using that as well. I am so grateful to have been matched with her.
Written on Jul 19, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Wonderful! She is extremely thoughtful and provides a wide variety of techniques.
Written on Jul 03, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Patricia makes me feel comfortable and more confident talking about things that are important to me but that I've been struggling with to work on by myself. She's very understanding and caring and knows exactly how to make me feel better and hopeful for the future. I love our calls and the little chats and reminders in between.
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
It’s comforting to know that I have someone to listen to me without being judged and having someone who is supportive outside of friends. It’s nice that when I don’t message that she checks up on me even though sometimes I forget.
Written on May 06, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
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