Patricia Gordon, LICSW

Patricia Gordon is a LICSW based in Washington with more than 15 years of experience in social services and clinical practice. She earned a Master of Social Work in 2011 from the University of Washington School of Social Work and has worked across settings with people facing anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, complex family dynamics, and life transitions. Over the past five years she has practiced in private settings and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, primary care providers, and social service agencies.

Her therapeutic style blends client-centered and strengths-based perspectives with practical, evidence-informed methods. She helps people identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build skills that support everyday functioning and meaningful change. Patricia has experience working with individuals, couples, and families and brings particular attention to relationship concerns, parenting and blended family issues, intimacy and commitment challenges, and aging and geriatric matters.

Patricia emphasizes respect, authenticity, and an affirming stance in her work. She supports clients in exploring values, overcoming obstacles such as compulsions or chronic stress, and pursuing clearer life purpose and greater fulfillment. Her background includes work with people experiencing severe, persistent mental illness as well as those seeking coaching for career, midlife transitions, or personal growth.