Patricia "Trish" West , LCSW

Patricia "Trish" West is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 19 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, depression, and coping with life changes. Patricia draws on a supportive, nonjudgmental approach to create an environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed openly and explored together.

She encourages the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and stands alongside clients as they take those first steps. With nearly two decades of practice, Patricia aims to offer steady guidance and practical support tailored to each person’s pace and goals, helping them build resilience and clearer pathways forward.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Patricia integrates client-centered therapy, which focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship that helps people explore their concerns at their own pace and identify personal strengths to support change. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, a practical approach often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. In sessions she may draw on motivational interviewing to help people clarify their goals and strengthen motivation for change when facing ambivalence.

Finding the best approach is part of the work together - Patricia collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. The process is tailored and client-focused.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, connect from different locations, and maintain continuity of care. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to support meaningful progress while honoring each person’s circumstances.