My Approach | Patterson Therapy

Specializations

Eating disorders
Body image distress
Chronic dieting
Substance abuse
Processing addictions (porn, gaming, gambling, etc.)
Personality disorders
Self-Harm
Anxiety
Depression
Interpersonal difficulties
Emotional dysregulation

Types of therapies

I offer a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet your individual needs. Each approach is designed to provide personalized support, helping you navigate challenges, develop coping skills, and work toward positive change in a way that feels right for you.

Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a therapeutic approach that combines mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and develop healthier coping skills. It focuses on balancing acceptance and change and is especially effective for emotional dysregulation and self-destructive behaviors.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a goal-oriented therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. It focuses on developing healthier ways of thinking, coping, and problem-solving, and is effective for treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.

Exposure Therapy

Exposure Therapy is a technique that helps individuals gradually face and overcome fears or anxieties by safely exposing them to the feared situation in a controlled way. It aims to reduce fear and avoidance behaviors, helping individuals build confidence and gain control over their fears.

Supporting Your Journey to Healing from Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Chronic Dieting, and Body Image Struggles

I’m here to support you in building a healthier relationship with food, your body, and yourself. Through a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, we’ll work together to explore the underlying causes of your struggles and develop practical strategies for healing. I draw from evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and intuitive eating to help you challenge negative thoughts, build self-compassion, and break free from harmful patterns. My goal is to empower you to rediscover trust in your body and create lasting, sustainable change—without the pressure of dieting or perfection.

Supporting Your Recovery from Addiction, Whether Substance or Process-Based

I’m committed to supporting you through your recovery journey, whether you’re dealing with substance addiction or behavioral/psychological addictions like gaming, sex, or pornography. I offer a compassionate and collaborative approach to help you understand the underlying causes of your addiction, identify unhealthy patterns, and develop healthier coping strategies. Using evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques, we will work together to build resilience, self-awareness, and long-term recovery skills. My goal is to help you regain control of your life, heal from the pain of addiction, and create a path toward lasting, meaningful change.

Supporting Your Journey with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. As a therapist, I specialize in helping individuals with BPD build emotional regulation, healthier relationships, and greater self-awareness.

I’ll work with you to develop practical skills for managing intense emotions, reducing impulsivity, and coping with distress in a more balanced way. Together, we’ll focus on fostering self-compassion, improving communication, and finding peace amidst the emotional chaos. My goal is to support you in creating a life that feels more stable, connected, and fulfilling, while helping you build the resilience and tools needed for lasting change.