Patrick Talbot, LMFT
- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting and career
- Mindfulness and nature
About Patrick Talbot
As a mindfulness practitioner, he emphasizes authentic, compassionate communication and the restorative qualities of nature to reduce stress and support emotional regulation. He also weaves ceremony into his work when it helps honor significant life changes and mark meaningful new directions. Patrick’s style is non-judgmental and collaborative, inviting clients into a co-creative process that shapes treatment plans around each person’s specific needs and goals.
In sessions he focuses on building awareness and practical action steps that move clients toward healthier choices. Patrick supports people facing caregiver stress, communication difficulties, isolation or loneliness, questions of life purpose, men’s issues, midlife shifts, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and challenges common to young adults. He emphasizes courage and readiness as the first steps toward change and looks forward to exploring alternative choices and paths forward with those he works with.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Patrick Talbot have?
Patrick Talbot has 40 years of professional experience in counseling and related therapeutic work.
Is Patrick Talbot a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and practices under California license CA LMFT 46943.
In which languages does Patrick Talbot provide therapy?
Patrick Talbot provides therapy in English.
Where is Patrick Talbot located?
He is located in California.
How can I work with Patrick Talbot as my therapist?
You can work with Patrick Talbot through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Patrick Talbot work with international clients?
Patrick Talbot does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Patrick Talbot 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 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 Patrick Talbot
Patrick Talbot integrates client-centered work that prioritizes the person's own values and experience, creating a respectful, non-judgmental space where the client’s perspective shapes goals and next steps. This approach is useful for people seeking stronger communication, clearer decision-making, and support through life transitions.He also uses mindfulness therapy, helping clients develop present-moment awareness and gentle attention to thoughts and sensations. Mindfulness techniques can reduce reactivity to stress and improve coping with anxiety, caregiver strain, and everyday pressures.
Somatic-informed elements appear in his practice as well, inviting attention to bodily sensations and movement as part of emotional healing. This can be helpful for clients working with anger, trauma-related responses, and embodied stress patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Patrick works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify methods that match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - support flexibility and accessibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. These formats allow consistent, ongoing work and make it easier to fit therapy into daily life while maintaining therapeutic continuity.