Patricia Childress, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW for life transitions
- Relationship and grief support
- Short-term solution focused
- Works with veterans and families
About Patricia Childress
Patricia Childress, LCSW, brings 26 years of clinical experience supporting people through life’s unexpected and often messy transitions. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has worked with clients across the lifespan, from pediatrics to geriatrics, and who offers particular attention to Veterans, first responders, and active military. As a mother of five, she combines professional training with lived experience to understand child development, family systems, and the complexities that arise in family life.
Grief is a central focus of her practice, and she defines grief broadly to include not only loss due to death but any significant change that was unexpected or did not go according to plan - such as divorce, moves, job changes, or shifting relationships. Patricia helps clients identify and process the unresolved feelings attached to those events and to make sense of how past disappointments affect present functioning. Her style is interactive and supportive, aimed at creating a collaborative plan of care with solution-focused goals. She often uses short-term, targeted strategies to promote change and to help clients build a resilient toolbox of skills so future challenges feel more manageable and less overwhelming.
Throughout her work with individuals, couples, and families, Patricia offers encouragement and practical guidance to help clients move forward and adapt when life becomes messy.
Grief is a central focus of her practice, and she defines grief broadly to include not only loss due to death but any significant change that was unexpected or did not go according to plan - such as divorce, moves, job changes, or shifting relationships. Patricia helps clients identify and process the unresolved feelings attached to those events and to make sense of how past disappointments affect present functioning. Her style is interactive and supportive, aimed at creating a collaborative plan of care with solution-focused goals. She often uses short-term, targeted strategies to promote change and to help clients build a resilient toolbox of skills so future challenges feel more manageable and less overwhelming.
Throughout her work with individuals, couples, and families, Patricia offers encouragement and practical guidance to help clients move forward and adapt when life becomes messy.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Patricia Childress have?
Patricia Childress has 26 years of experience.
Is Patricia Childress a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are FL LCSW SW16130.
In which languages does Patricia Childress provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Patricia Childress located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Patricia Childress as my therapist?
You can work with Patricia Childress through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Patricia Childress work with international clients?
Yes, Patricia Childress works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Patricia Childress cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Patricia Childress
Patricia frequently integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients feel heard and can explore their own goals and values. CBT helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, or stress. DBT emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for managing intense emotions and improving relationship skills.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patricia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors treatment plans and adjusts strategies over time based on the client’s response and evolving priorities.
Online therapy with Patricia is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and to continue care during transitions, busy periods, or when in-person sessions are not practical.
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