- CBT methods
- Solution-Focused work
- Blended family issues
About Patricia
Patricia (Trish) Woodson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with 25 years of experience. She works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and family-related problems including blended family issues. Trish also supports people dealing with trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, and life changes.
Before private practice she worked in community mental health, schools, and clinic settings. That range means she is used to practical problems families bring up, like parenting questions, stepfamily tensions, and coping after loss. Her background includes work with adoption and foster care issues as well.
In sessions she uses straightforward methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. That means she helps people spot patterns in thinking and try small changes that make day-to-day life easier. Conversations tend to focus on clear steps and short-term goals clients can try between meetings.
Trish describes her style as encouraging and client-centered. She helps individuals think through relationship and parenting choices, set boundaries, and handle conflicts that come up when households merge. She also addresses career stress, anger, and intimacy-related concerns.
People who are preparing to become a stepparent, managing co-parenting with an ex, or working out routines in a blended household may find her practical approach useful. Sessions are conducted in English and are based in Virginia. To begin, clients follow the site's matching process and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Patricia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thinking and testing small behavior changes. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and patterns that keep stress high. Solution-Focused Therapy is also part of her work and focuses on setting clear, achievable goals and building on what already works in daily life.Deciding which approach to use is part of early sessions. She works collaboratively with each person to pick methods that match their goals, preferences, and the problems they want to solve. That way the plan can be adjusted if something isn’t helping.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and keeping work or family travel from interrupting progress. Because the biography does not specify session formats, confirm the current online options before booking. Online meetings can make it easier to check in during a lunch break or handle follow-up conversations without extra travel, which helps therapy fit into everyday life.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems including blended family issues, ADHD, trauma, and related topics.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and encouraging, emphasizing practical steps and short-term goals drawn from solution-focused and cognitive behavioral ideas.
What experience does she bring?
She has 25 years of experience working in community mental health, schools, clinics, and private practice with a broad range of client concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) holding a Virginia LPC and is based in Virginia.
Which languages are supported and can she work with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not taking international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats on file.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.