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LPC, LCMHC

Patrick Barrett, LPC, LCMHC

  • Experience12 years
  • LocationSouth Carolina
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Patrick

Patrick Barrett brings a practical, client-focused approach to therapy informed by 12 years of clinical experience. He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused techniques, adapting methods to fit each person's concerns and preferences.

Background and approach

Patrick emphasizes collaboration, helping clients explore patterns, develop coping skills, and identify meaningful goals related to stress, anxiety, mood concerns, addictions, and self-worth. Working from his licensure in North Carolina and South Carolina, he addresses a broad range of challenges including depression, bipolar concerns, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, and life transitions.

He also focuses on issues such as drug and alcohol addiction, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, social anxiety, career questions, and life purpose. Patrick frames therapy as a place to learn new ways of responding and to practice changes that support better day-to-day functioning.

Evidence-based methods and flexible online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning psychological flexibility so clients can take meaningful action despite difficult thoughts or feelings; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and managing life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and practicing concrete skills to change them, often helping with anxiety, mood concerns, and addictive behaviors. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical, goal-oriented steps and building on existing strengths to create change in manageable increments.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Patrick works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. He adjusts interventions over time, blending approaches as needed so the plan remains relevant and achievable.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide greater flexibility for scheduling and access. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care around busy work and life commitments while still working on symptom management, coping strategies, and long-term goals with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patrick commonly address in sessions?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, career questions, bipolar, depression, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, along with related issues like isolation, guilt, and life purpose.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach blends evidence-based methods like CBT and ACT with solution-focused strategies, emphasizing collaboration, practical skills, and tailoring techniques to individual needs.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with a variety of mental health and addiction concerns and adapts treatment to client goals and presenting issues.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is licensed in South Carolina and North Carolina with credentials LPC and LCMHC, listed as SC LPC 8449 and NC LCMHC 9131.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Services are provided in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is pricing handled for therapy with him?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone begin working with this therapist?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Trauma and abuseCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

South Carolina, North Carolina

Languages

English