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Bret Patterson, LPC
Mississippi
Licensed counselor - Anxiety and stress
See online therapy options- CBT strategies
- Skills for emotion regulation
- Practical communication tools
About Bret
Bret Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Mississippi with four years of counseling experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, anger, and depression. He also addresses relationship concerns, addictions, LGBT issues, parenting stress, and challenges related to life changes.
Before becoming a counselor, Bret spent 25 years as a paramedic and clinical educator. That background shaped his approach to problem solving and crisis response. He uses straightforward conversation and practical steps rather than long theory-heavy talks.
Bret draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. He also uses client-centered techniques and elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness to build coping skills. Sessions focus on clear goals and doable strategies clients can try between meetings.
When relationship issues come up he may use principles from the Gottman Method to address communication and conflict patterns. For stress, grief, or caregiving strain he works on concrete routines, emotion regulation skills, and paced problem solving.
Bret says he treats people with respect and sensitivity. He invites clients to outline what matters most to them and then designs short-term steps to address those priorities. The plan can change as progress is made and new concerns arise.
How Bret integrates CBT and related approaches for online care
In online sessions Bret uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. CBT sessions tend to focus on concrete goals, short exercises, and homework tasks that can be practiced between meetings.He also applies client-centered methods that prioritize the person's own goals and perspectives, and elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. Client-centered work involves listening closely and reflecting what matters most to the individual, while DBT-style skills offer step-by-step tools for handling strong emotions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Bret will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and preferences. That decision is reviewed as progress is made, and the treatment plan can be adjusted based on what helps most.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often use online sessions to apply CBT skills, practice communication exercises, and review homework between appointments.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, relationship problems, addictions, and related issues such as parenting strain and caregiving stress.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions include practicing small, concrete skills between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of counseling experience and previously worked 25 years as a paramedic and clinical educator.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not specify which formats are provided.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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