Patricia Schofield , LCSW

Patricia Schofield is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of professional experience helping individuals and families navigate difficult life challenges. She has worked extensively with people facing addictions, relationship struggles, marriage and family conflicts, grief and loss, parenting concerns, anger management, motivation issues, and depression. Patricia emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental approach and creates an environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed openly and safely.

In sessions she focuses on clients' strengths - their capabilities, talents, visions, and hopes - and collaborates with them to set realistic goals and practical steps toward change. Her style balances empathy with clear guidance so clients feel both understood and supported in taking action. Patricia recognizes that reaching out for support can take courage, and she offers steady, experienced assistance for those ready to begin the process of healing and growth.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Patricia frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy in her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, and it supports taking action based on personal values - useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and motivation-related concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and emotional bonds, helping clients address closeness, abandonment, intimacy, and family dynamics that affect their connections with others. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, empathetic relationship where the therapist listens deeply and reflects the client's experience to foster self-awareness, self-esteem, and personal growth - a good fit for grief, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia works with each person to identify which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she remains flexible in tailoring treatment as those needs evolve. She partners with clients to review progress and adjust strategies together.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for those seeking care - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to engage from home or another convenient setting. These options increase flexibility around scheduling and make it easier to maintain continuity of care, especially for busy lives or changing circumstances, while still connecting with licensed professionals and therapists dedicated to meaningful progress.