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Patricia Fischer, LCSW
Florida
LCSW - anxiety and mood concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- DBT skills
About Patricia
Patricia Fischer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 20 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
She uses straightforward, goal-focused conversations to identify problems and set clear steps forward. Sessions often include noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, testing small changes, and learning practical coping skills. Patricia draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness practices where they fit the person and the problem.
Her work emphasizes skills people can use between sessions. That can mean short behavioral experiments, thought records, or mindfulness exercises to reduce reactivity and improve daily functioning. She also addresses relationship patterns and family stress by helping individuals clarify boundaries and communication habits.
Patricia has a long history of supporting adults through major life transitions, chronic mood issues, and trauma recovery. Over two decades she has worked with a broad range of concerns, including aging and geriatric issues, autism spectrum considerations, blended family matters, and grief related to end-of-life care.
Sessions are practical and paced to the client's readiness. Patricia explains options, reviews what to try next, and adjusts strategies based on what works. People who want concrete tools and steady clinical experience often find this approach helpful.
How Patricia Uses CBT, Client-Centered Work, and DBT Online
Patricia draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thinking patterns and try different responses; CBT focuses on clear steps such as behavioral experiments and thought records that target anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy is used to listen closely to what matters most to the person and to build goals from their priorities rather than imposing a plan. Dialectical Behavior Therapy provides concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness when intense feelings get in the way.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Patricia will talk through a person's goals, symptoms, and daily routines to decide which methods to emphasize. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is tracked and new challenges appear.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In practical terms online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when a quick plan is needed. They also let people use mindfulness exercises or homework between meetings without rearranging their schedule. Licensed professionals can help map a plan that matches the client's needs and life rhythms.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, mood disorders, grief, trauma, relationship and family concerns, parenting, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to try practical alternatives. Sessions include short experiments and skill practice to change patterns that cause distress.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has 20 years of clinical experience in Florida working with a wide range of adult concerns, including mood disorders, trauma, and life transition issues.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, FL LCSW, based in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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