Christopher Patchet, LCSW

Christopher Patchet is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with nine years of experience in mental health care. He began his career supporting homeless veterans and developed a strong commitment to helping people set and reach meaningful goals. After completing a degree in social work, he earned his LCSW credential, which authorizes him to provide clinical therapy services in his state.

He balances a private practice with work at the Veterans Affairs, where he supports veterans coping with trauma-related concerns. He has pursued formal training in a range of evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. This ongoing learning informs a flexible approach to care.

Patchet emphasizes warm engagement and a non-judgmental atmosphere that invites honest expression of thoughts, feelings, and communication patterns. He views the decision to seek help as a significant first step and partners with clients to identify obstacles and work toward practical goals. His practice addresses addictions, relationship and parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, mood and anxiety symptoms, attention challenges, and related life stressors.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Treatment Options

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and develop practical skills to change them. It is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and mood concerns and focuses on concrete strategies for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, combines skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It is particularly helpful for intense emotions, relationship struggles, and patterns of impulsive behavior that interfere with goals.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a structured approach that supports processing of traumatic memories and reducing their emotional impact. It is often used when past events continue to disrupt present-day functioning.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Christopher Patchet works with each person to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet people where they are. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access licensed professionals without the constraints of travel or traditional office hours. These options make it easier to integrate therapy into busy schedules and to continue care from different locations when needed.