Paula Patterson
Compassionate support for anxiety, relationships, and trauma
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About
Paula Patterson, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina with 20 years of experience helping people navigate complex emotional and relational challenges. Her work supports individuals facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and ongoing relationship or family stressors, with an emphasis on steady, compassionate guidance through difficult seasons of life.
She has experience working with diverse populations and brings a thoughtful, understanding style to therapy. Paula frequently helps clients explore obsessive-compulsive patterns, process experiences of sexual assault and abuse, address self-harm concerns, and examine personality dynamics that may be affecting day-to-day functioning and relationships. She also supports people who notice seasonal shifts in mood and energy, helping them better understand patterns and build practical coping strategies.
Paula’s approach is warm, empathic, and tailored to each person’s unique story. She aims to offer a non-judgmental space where clients can talk openly, strengthen skills for managing emotions, and move toward meaningful personal growth. Whether someone is working through relationship difficulties, recovering from painful experiences, or trying to make sense of persistent emotional patterns, Paula brings professional care and steady support to the process.
She has experience working with diverse populations and brings a thoughtful, understanding style to therapy. Paula frequently helps clients explore obsessive-compulsive patterns, process experiences of sexual assault and abuse, address self-harm concerns, and examine personality dynamics that may be affecting day-to-day functioning and relationships. She also supports people who notice seasonal shifts in mood and energy, helping them better understand patterns and build practical coping strategies.
Paula’s approach is warm, empathic, and tailored to each person’s unique story. She aims to offer a non-judgmental space where clients can talk openly, strengthen skills for managing emotions, and move toward meaningful personal growth. Whether someone is working through relationship difficulties, recovering from painful experiences, or trying to make sense of persistent emotional patterns, Paula brings professional care and steady support to the process.
- Location:
- North Carolina, United States
- Years Experience:
- 20
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Jealousy, Personality disorders, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NC LCSW C009264
- NPI Number: 1740524651
- License: LCSW (North Carolina)
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Care
Paula Patterson draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be used effectively in online therapy while staying grounded in each client’s goals and lived experience.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. It can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, low mood, and patterns that keep someone feeling stuck by helping build practical skills and new ways of responding. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes coping strategies for intense emotions, distress tolerance, and relationship effectiveness, which can be helpful for emotion regulation challenges, self-harm concerns, and conflict patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports people in making room for difficult internal experiences while taking steps toward what matters most, which can fit well for anxiety, life transitions, and lingering effects of trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paula collaborates with clients to identify priorities, preferences, and pace, then tailors sessions to support meaningful progress in a way that feels realistic and supportive.
Online therapy also adds flexibility. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging, making it easier to get support in a format that fits daily life.
How much experience does Paula Patterson have?
Paula Patterson has 20 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, and trauma.
Is Paula Patterson a licensed therapist?
Yes. Paula Patterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina. Her license information is NC LCSW C009264.
In which languages does Paula Patterson provide therapy?
Paula Patterson provides therapy in English.
Where is Paula Patterson located?
Paula Patterson is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Paula Patterson as my therapist?
You can work with Paula Patterson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Paula Patterson work with international clients?
No. Paula Patterson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Paula Patterson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.