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Lanita Sunshine Patterson, LPC
South Carolina
Licensed Professional Counselor - Addictions and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Addictions focus
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivation work
About Lanita
Lanita Sunshine Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina with eight years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, self-esteem struggles, career concerns, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and coaching needs. Lanita focuses on practical steps clients can use day to day to reduce distress and regain control.
She uses clear, goal-focused methods in sessions. That includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, plus client-centered techniques to keep conversations grounded in the person’s priorities. Lanita also draws on dialectical behavior strategies and motivational interviewing when someone needs help with substance use or with making lasting behavior changes.
Sessions emphasize specific skills and short-term goals. Clients can expect to identify triggers, practice coping skills, and try new responses between visits. Conversations are straightforward and aim to break large problems into manageable steps.
Lanita’s work often includes support for drug and alcohol addiction alongside general addiction recovery. She helps people set practical goals, strengthen motivation, and handle setbacks without restarting from zero.
Her style is person-focused and direct. She helps people challenge negative self-talk, build coping routines, and plan for life transitions. The approach is geared toward visible, usable changes rather than abstract theory.
To begin, the typical path is a short questionnaire and an initial session to set goals and choose methods that fit the individual. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How Lanita integrates CBT and related methods in online sessions
Lanita commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thought patterns that fuel anxiety and depression, then practice alternative ways of thinking and acting. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to keep session goals focused on what matters most to the person, allowing the client to set priorities and pace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are used when someone needs concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving distress tolerance.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lanita will discuss which methods fit a person’s goals and daily life, and she adjusts strategies as progress is tracked. That collaboration helps decide whether to emphasize CBT exercises, motivational interviewing for substance change, or skills from DBT.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins between work or family commitments. Some people choose video for more visual feedback, while others prefer audio for a shorter check-in or when bandwidth is limited. The focus is on practical, structured sessions that fit into everyday routines rather than on theoretical discussion alone.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She works with anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, self-esteem issues, career questions, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and coaching needs.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice new responses. It focuses on short-term, concrete strategies clients can apply between sessions.
What is her clinical background?
She has eight years of experience as a counselor and works with people facing substance use and mental health concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LPC in South Carolina and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the country?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her services?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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