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Patricia (Patty) Earl, LPC
Louisiana
Licensed Professional Counselor - stress and anxiety
See online therapy options- CBT based methods
- Mindfulness practices
- Trauma informed care
About Patricia
Patricia (Patty) Earl is an LPC with 29 years of clinical experience based in Louisiana. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, life changes, addictions, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. She also works with concerns such as bipolar mood problems, ADHD, eating issues, and compassion fatigue.
Patty uses a practical, person-focused style in sessions. She listens, reflects, and offers concrete strategies to notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people test new ways of thinking and acting. She also brings in client-centered skills, DBT techniques, existential ideas, and mindfulness practices when they fit the situation.
Her work includes addressing the emotional effects of cancer, HIV/AIDS, hospice and end-of-life matters, and forgiveness. She supports people processing post-traumatic stress and those sorting out life purpose and mood-related concerns. Sessions emphasize short, usable tools alongside deeper discussion when needed.
Patty has experience with movement-informed approaches and mindfulness that help people notice bodily signals tied to emotion. She has provided trauma and grief-focused work and has spent time with eating disorder and addiction issues. Her style is steady and direct, aiming for clear next steps between sessions.
People who choose her can expect straightforward, structured sessions that balance coping skills with reflective conversation. Before booking, confirm which session formats are currently offered to match practical needs.
How CBT, Client-Centered Work, and DBT translate online
Patty uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down problems into specific thoughts, feelings, and actions, then tests new responses in manageable steps. CBT is practical for anxiety, mood issues, and many everyday stressors. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person’s concerns guide what comes next; this helps when someone needs space to sort priorities. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance, useful for strong mood swings and impulse-related concerns.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Patty will work with each person to choose which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaboration helps set clear goals and pick tools to try between sessions.
The therapist context did not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people use audio-only or video in ways that suit their energy, bandwidth, and environment. Ask about format options when scheduling to match practical constraints and session goals.
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Experience
29+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, life changes, addictions, eating issues, and self-esteem concerns among others.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test alternative responses. The approach is presented as practical exercises and in-session problem solving.
What is her background and clinical experience?
She has 29 years of experience as an LPC and has worked with trauma, grief, eating disorder, and addiction concerns over her career.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is an LPC licensed in Louisiana and works with people from that region as noted in her profile.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking to match scheduling needs.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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