Patricia Westwood, LCSW

Patricia Westwood is a Florida-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 18 years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and depression. She draws on a mix of client-centered care and evidence-informed techniques - including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness strategies and trauma-focused methods - to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

Patricia emphasizes a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where emotions and thoughts can be explored honestly. She works collaboratively to identify practical coping strategies, clarify goals and build skills for improved communication, healthier relationships and stronger self-regard. Her practice also focuses on communication problems, divorce and separation, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress and cultivating self-love.

Recognizing that seeking change requires courage, Patricia aims to support and empower individuals as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life. She offers flexible session formats, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, to accommodate different schedules and preferences across Florida.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Patricia integrates client-centered therapy, which prioritizes empathy, active listening and collaboration so that clients feel heard and guided toward their own solutions. This approach helps with relationship challenges, communication problems and building self-compassion.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression and stress-related concerns and offers practical tools for everyday coping.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another approach Patricia employs to teach skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships and stabilizing mood.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - Patricia will work with each person to match methods to their goals, preferences and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care and access help from home or work. These flexible formats allow therapists and licensed professionals to focus on practical strategies and meaningful progress without requiring travel.