About
Patrick Scally, MD, LCSW-C, is a Maryland-licensed clinician with 50 years of professional clinical social work experience. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, emphasizing clear communication and collaborative planning as part of the work.
His practice addresses depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, childhood trauma, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He also attends to a broad range of concerns including addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep difficulties, parenting and career transitions, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
Scally integrates client-centered principles with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor treatment to individual needs. He invites the client's input into goal setting and treatment pacing while offering practical strategies and reflective exploration to support each step toward change.
Remote therapy options and approach
Patrick Scally provides sessions by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different communication preferences. Remote formats are used to maintain continuity of care and to adjust how conversations and exercises are delivered based on the individual's needs.
He combines Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening and shaping goals around the client's perspective, with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which offers structured work on thinking and behavior patterns, and Mindfulness Therapy, which builds skills for present-moment awareness and stress regulation. These approaches are described in straightforward terms so the person receiving services understands how techniques relate to daily challenges.
In remote work he invites ongoing feedback and adapts strategies as therapy progresses. Video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging can be selected according to schedule and communication style, allowing collaboration on both practical skills and reflective exploration.How much clinical experience does Patrick Scally have?
He has 50 years of professional clinical social work experience and is licensed in Maryland.
What are his credentials and license details?
Patrick Scally holds MD and LCSW-C credentials. License details are listed as MD LCSW-C 02526.
Which languages does he speak?
This profile indicates he provides services in English.
Where is he based?
He is licensed and practices in Maryland.
What ways can I work with him remotely?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
This profile indicates he is not accepting international clients.
What does it cost to work with him?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
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