About Pat Whitson, LCSW, Counseling Services
Empowering You to Thrive
Pat Whitson is an LCSW based in CA, focusing on helping you grow into the best version of yourself. She offers talk therapy in the form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Support Therapy, and Problem Solving Therapy. She believes we can all benefit from learning new strategies for coping with stress and life's challenges.
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Pat's therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's unique needs, drawing from various modalities to create a personalized experience that fosters healing and self-discovery.
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Some of her specialties include working with depression, anxiety, grief, communicating more effectively, resolving relationship conflicts, managing symptoms of ADHD, and learning new ways of connecting with those who may struggle with mental illness or disabilities.
Expertise and Experience
Professional Qualifications
Education
Pat holds a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from San Diego State University, with an emphasis in the Study and Treatment of Mental Illness.
Experience
With 40 years of clinical experience in Mental Health Out-patient Treatment Centers , clients' homes, San Diego Health and Human Services, Rady Children's Hospital Chadwick Center, Santana High School's Trauma Recovery Center, and Private Practice, Pat has worked with diverse populations who were struggling with various mental health challenges.
Specializations
Pat's areas of expertise include grief counseling, improvement of communication & conflict resolution skills, relationship issues, teaching effective ways of coping with symptoms of depression & anxiety, and providing support for individuals dealing with mental illness or disabilities She is dedicated to helping individuals overcome obstacles and lead fulfilling lives.
Approach
Pat uses a client-centered approach, which integrates cognitive-behavioral treatment, support therapy, and problem-solving strategies. She crafts therapeutic interventions to help meet each client's unique needs while, at the same time, collaborateing with her clients to accomplish the goals they set.
Values
Compassion, empathy, and authenticity are at the core of Pat's practice. She believes in creating a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship with her clients, which promotes healing and growth.