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Patricia Westwood

Compassionate LCSW blending skills and presence

LCSW Florida

Experience
18 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Patricia

Patricia Westwood is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida who draws on 18 years of professional experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma, and depression. She emphasizes practical strategies and skill-building while honoring each person's unique perspective and pace.

Background and approach

Patricia combines evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices with a client-centered stance to help clients explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that get in the way of daily functioning and well-being. Her work also addresses communication problems, divorce and separation, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and issues related to self-love.

Patricia aims to create an accepting, nonjudgmental environment where clients can speak openly and collaborate on realistic goals. She frames therapy as a partnership, offering support and encouragement as clients take steps toward change and greater emotional balance.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care That Fit Your Life

Patricia often integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-focused methods into her online work. Cognitive behavioral approaches help identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teach practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change coping responses. Trauma-focused therapy centers on processing difficult experiences and building safety and stabilization skills to address post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms.

She also draws on client-centered principles to keep sessions grounded in empathy and collaboration. Choosing the right approach is part of therapy itself, and she will work together with each client to determine which methods align with their goals, comfort level, and day-to-day needs. This collaborative process helps clients feel involved in planning treatment rather than having a single method imposed.

Online therapy with Patricia is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for differing schedules and lifestyles. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations and to maintain momentum between sessions with messaging when appropriate. The range of options makes it easier to fit consistent care into a busy life while working toward tangible emotional and behavioral changes.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patricia commonly address?
She works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and depression, along with related concerns like communication problems and self-love.
What therapeutic styles does she use in sessions?
Her approach blends client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral techniques, DBT skills, mindfulness, and trauma-focused methods to tailor care to each person's needs.
How long has Patricia practiced clinically?
She brings 18 years of professional experience to her work, applying that background across a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is Patricia licensed to practice?
She holds an LCSW license in Florida listed as FL LCSW SW16125 and provides services from that location.
Can non-U.S. clients work with her?
Patricia communicates in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their schedule and preferences.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsDivorce and separationMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English