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Patricia Owens is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience practicing in several states, specializing in depression, anxiety, PTSD/ Trauma, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorder. Pat treats patients 18 and up utilizing Reality Therapy, Person Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her approach with clients. Pat has extensive experience counseling young adults, families, and seniors in both clinical and outpatient settings. In her clinical work, Pat is well versed in both traditional and eclectic therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities to engage patients’, homework, music, role play and guided imagery. Pat enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. She loves the beach, public speaking, and organizing community events. Pat has certification for substance use disorder in two states Maryland and Virginia. Pat has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology from Averett University. Helping people reach their full potential is my greatest joy.
Frist session, Introduction of myself and patient/ patients, gather demographics, discuss reasons for seeking therapy, diagnosis issues and present and past therapy sessions, discuss treatment plan, an agreement on plans moving forward
My biggest strengths would be the experience of having worked in variety of treatment modalities. The men's prison, inpatient, outpatient, medication management, substance abuse centers, and centers for domestic violence. This gives me unique insight and empathy. My continued work in semi-private practice has also expanded my knowledge and insight to new mental health issues related to the changing society.
Individual Adults 18 and up. Counseling grief and loss, Work Professionals looking to Enhance personal and group productivity, Anxiety, Depression & PTSD Couples
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral therapy utilizing clinical assignments, journaling, mindfulness, and processing past traumas. I have used CBT with patients suffering from substance use disorder, PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
Motivational Interviewing
I often used motivation interviewing with patients who have experience trauma or lack self esteem
Grief Therapy
I have been successful in treating those with grief and loss