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Patricia Carrington

Practical, compassionate therapy for life transitions

LPC, CSW Wisconsin

Experience
7 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About Patricia

Patricia Carrington is a Licensed Professional Counselor and clinical social worker practicing in Wisconsin who brings a warm, steady presence to therapy.

Background and approach

Patricia holds LPC and CSW credentials and draws on seven years of direct clinical experience in therapeutic settings, alongside a longer background in social services and trauma-informed case work. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and practical problem solving, helping clients define goals and develop coping strategies that fit their daily lives.

Patricia works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting struggles, and a range of other concerns such as ADHD, intimacy issues, and career transitions. She combines cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered sensitivity and emotion-focused methods, and integrates mindfulness and motivational interviewing where appropriate.

Patricia aims to be nonjudgmental and solution-oriented while building trust and an effective working rapport. Clients can expect a therapist who prioritizes realistic, goal-directed work and who adapts methods to each person’s needs.

She offers flexible scheduling including weekday evenings and weekend hours to accommodate busy routines, and supports therapy through a mix of real-time and messaging session formats.

Approach and Access: Therapy Methods for Online Care



Patricia commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and learn practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on concrete techniques such as cognitive restructuring and behavioral experiments to support change in day-to-day life.

She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and partnering with the client to explore values, goals, and personal strengths. This approach helps people feel heard and supported while they identify the changes they want to make.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then blends methods so the work feels relevant and effective for each person. She encourages open conversation about what’s working and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver consistent therapeutic support.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Patricia commonly address?
She helps with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe Patricia's therapeutic style?
Her style is nonjudgmental and solution-focused, blending client-centered listening with practical, goal-directed techniques to help clients develop coping strategies and make concrete changes.
What is Patricia's professional background?
She has a background in social services and trauma counseling and seven years of clinical practice, with earlier experience providing case management and support to diverse age groups.
Which credentials and location apply to this therapist?
Patricia is licensed in Wisconsin with credentials LPC and CSW. Her license details are WI LPC 7366-125 and WI CSW 6397-120.
Does Patricia offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available with Patricia?
She offers multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for therapy with Patricia?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Wisconsin, Wisconsin

Languages

English