Patrick Fozard , LCSW

Patrick Fozard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York who supports people facing complex emotional and behavioral challenges. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and self-esteem, applying evidence-based techniques to help clients build healthier coping patterns and greater emotional resilience.

With significant experience working with older adults, veterans, and those coping with social anxiety, isolation, and codependency, he brings practical strategies for managing substance use issues, anger, and post-traumatic stress. Patrick places particular emphasis on addressing guilt and shame in therapy, creating space for clients to explore painful emotions and develop constructive ways to move forward.

He is committed to men's mental health and attentive to the unique pressures many men face, offering a nonjudgmental environment for growth. Patrick aims to help clients strengthen self-esteem, reduce symptoms of anxiety and stress, and pursue meaningful change. Through collaborative work, he supports individuals in identifying goals, learning new skills, and building the resilience needed to face life’s challenges with increased confidence.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Mental Health Care

Patrick uses skills-based coping strategies to address stress and anxiety, teaching practical techniques for managing symptoms, improving daily functioning, and reducing overwhelming reactions. These approaches emphasize concrete tools clients can practice between sessions to gain steady improvement.

For trauma and post-traumatic stress, he employs trauma-informed interventions that help individuals process painful experiences and lessen the impact of traumatic memories on current life. These methods focus on pacing, stabilization, and building the capacity to tolerate difficult emotions while working toward recovery.

When addressing addiction and related behaviors, Patrick incorporates relapse-prevention and behavioral strategies aimed at identifying triggers, strengthening coping choices, and supporting sustained change. These techniques are designed to combine insight with actionable plans that reduce risk and improve long-term outcomes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patrick works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts plans as therapy progresses to ensure the best possible match.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility and easier access to care. These options make it simpler to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of support, and connect with a licensed professional from different locations when needed.