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Patrick Russell, LMHC
New York
LMHC - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Patrick
Patrick Russell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with 25 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. He also attends to concerns such as abandonment, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, men's issues, money and financial issues, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and phobia, and workplace problems.
Patrick frames clients as the experts on their own story and looks for strengths to build on. He encourages clear, practical steps rather than vague plans. Sessions are aimed at noticing patterns in thinking and behavior and trying concrete alternatives.
His approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered conversations and mindfulness practices. He uses motivational interviewing techniques to clarify goals and increase readiness for change. This mix is used to break down problems into manageable parts and to test what works in daily life.
In a session Patrick listens to what is most pressing and then suggests small experiments people can try between meetings. He checks progress and adjusts the plan. He keeps language direct and tasks concrete so people can use what they learn right away.
People who prefer straightforward, practical work that links thinking, feeling, and action often find this approach useful. He works in English and practices in New York. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Patrick uses CBT and related approaches online
Patrick combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered and mindfulness techniques in straightforward ways. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing alternative responses to change how people feel and act; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting so the client's priorities shape the work. Mindfulness practices train attention on the present moment and can reduce reactivity to strong emotions.Finding the right mix is part of the work together. He will discuss goals and preferences and then try approaches that fit those aims. Progress is checked regularly and plans are adjusted based on what is useful to the person in day-to-day life.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and apply homework between meetings without rearranging a full day.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. He also focuses on issues like abandonment, workplace problems, and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, structured methods that link thoughts and actions. Conversations are focused on small, testable steps to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices there.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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