Patrick Russell
Experienced LMHC guiding practical change
LMHC New York
- Experience
- 25 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Patrick
Patrick Russell is a licensed mental health counselor with more than 25 years of professional experience in New York. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, drawing on a long clinical background to guide practical, goal-oriented work.
Background and approach
Patrick approaches each person as the expert on their own life and builds on existing strengths to address the challenges they bring. His style blends collaborative listening with structured techniques, emphasizing empowerment and gradual change.
He also attends to related concerns such as abandonment, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, men's issues, financial stress, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and workplace difficulties. Patrick aims to create a space where taking the first steps toward a more fulfilling life feels possible and supported.
Remote approaches that combine structure and presence
Patrick often integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered methods in online work. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and then developing specific skills to shift those patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and supporting the client's own goals, creating a collaborative atmosphere where the therapist follows the client's lead and reinforces their strengths.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. He works together with each person to clarify goals, test different strategies, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. That collaborative exploration helps ensure methods align with a client's needs, preferences, and life circumstances.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to maintain continuity of care across busy weeks and to access skilled licensed professionals without travel, while still allowing work on practical coping skills and personal goals.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English