Jocelyn Patterson, LMHC

Jocelyn Patterson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who helps people handle stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and the fallout from major life changes. She meets clients where they are and focuses on practical steps that reduce overwhelm. Jocelyn writes plainly and aims to make progress feel manageable and even a little enjoyable.

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and dialectical approaches. That means sessions often include looking at unhelpful thoughts, practicing new skills, and working through tough feelings without judgment. Motivational interviewing also guides conversations when someone is ready to change habits like substance use or compulsive sexual behavior.

Jocelyn brings seven years of clinical experience, including work in hospital-based intensive outpatient programs. That background shaped her skill at helping people develop coping strategies and manage symptoms linked to bipolar disorder, personality-related concerns, and mood conditions. She also supports people processing trauma, grief, and relationship difficulties.

Her practice values creativity and expression alongside talk therapy. Using art as another way to communicate can help when words fall short or when emotional material feels too heavy to say aloud. Many clients find visual exercises helpful for reducing shame and building self-understanding.

Sessions are collaborative. Jocelyn helps clients set goals, test new behaviors, and build confidence in their choices. She aims to guide rather than tell, so people leave with clearer options and skills they can use day to day.

Online approaches that meet you where you are

Jocelyn blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in ways that suit each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical exercises to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening deeply and building trust so clients can explore feelings at their own pace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy adds skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people who struggle with intense emotions or impulsivity.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jocelyn will discuss goals, preferences, and past strategies to decide which methods to try first. Sessions often mix techniques so the plan can change as progress is made and needs shift.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people use visual cues and longer, dialogue-focused work. Phone sessions can be a lower-bandwidth option for check-ins or when being on camera is difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, homework review, or ongoing coaching between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy days and to practice new skills in real time.