New to Grow
I’m Patrick Lewis, LMFT, and I work with adults who want to better understand themselves, improve their relationships, and feel more grounded in daily life. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, or feeling stuck in patterns they can’t quite explain. Clients often tell me I bring a calm presence to sessions and that I’m easy to talk to — even describing therapy as “conversational.” I aim to create a space that feels relatable, nonjudgmental, and safe enough to talk about the things that are hard to say out loud. My approach blends attachment-based insight with practical, evidence-based tools. Together, we slow things down, make sense of patterns, and build skills that lead to meaningful, lasting change. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or intimidating — it can feel like a grounded, honest conversation that helps you grow.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session is a bit different from typical therapy. I’ll ask more questions so I can get a clear understanding of you and your story. You don’t need to prepare anything — just come as you are. We’ll explore your background, important relationships, and how earlier experiences may connect to what’s happening now. I believe our past often shows up in the present, especially in how we relate to others and manage stress. I’ll also ask a few routine questions about mood, safety, and substance use to ensure we’re starting from a solid foundation. If you’re worried about not knowing what to say, I’ll guide us. If you get emotional, that’s completely okay. There’s no pressure to have the “right” answers. This is a calm, nonjudgmental space. After the first session, therapy tends to feel more conversational and collaborative as we begin the deeper work together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
One of my greatest strengths is creating a calm, steady space where clients feel safe enough to be honest. Many people tell me therapy feels conversational and nonjudgmental, which allows them to open up more naturally. Clinically, I’m strong at helping clients connect the dots between past experiences and present patterns. I work from an attachment-based lens and use a clear three-stage approach: first building awareness, then deepening insight, and finally translating that understanding into practical change. This helps therapy feel both meaningful and purposeful. Clients often leave sessions feeling understood — but also equipped. I balance reflective work with concrete tools, so insight doesn’t just stay intellectual; it becomes something you can apply in your daily life and relationships.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with adults who are thoughtful, self-reflective, and open to looking a little deeper. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel anxious, stuck, emotionally overwhelmed, or disconnected in their relationships. I believe our past is always present — especially in how we relate to others and to ourselves. Often, the patterns causing stress today have roots in earlier experiences, attachment dynamics, or unspoken beliefs formed long ago. Together, we explore those patterns with curiosity, not judgment. My ideal clients want more than quick symptom relief. They want insight into why they react the way they do, healthier ways to communicate and cope, and practical steps toward change. Therapy with me is collaborative and steady — a space to understand your story, connect the dots, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Attachment-based
My Approach to Therapy – Clara Hill’s Three-Stage Model I use a simple three-stage framework that helps therapy feel both supportive and purposeful. Exploration: We begin by getting curious about your story — your emotions, patterns, relationships, and experiences. This stage is about understanding, not judging. Insight: As we connect the dots, we start to see how past experiences and beliefs may be shaping your current reactions. This often brings clarity and those “aha” moments. Action: From there, we focus on practical change — building coping skills, improving communication, and taking steps that align with who you want to be. Therapy isn’t linear, and we may move between stages as needed. But this approach helps us build awareness first, then clarity, and finally meaningful, lasting change.