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Patricia Brooks, LPC

Licensed counselor focused on hope and practical change
  • CBT and DBT
  • Teens and adults
  • Evening and weekend hours

About Patricia Brooks

Patricia Brooks, LPC, combines more than a decade of experience as a professional counselor with over 20 years working across mental and behavioral health services. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a Master of Science in Youth and Family Services from Bellevue University, grounding her practice in both academic training and long-term clinical experience.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - she emphasizes creating a respectful, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood. Her counseling philosophy centers on fostering hope and helping people identify and challenge unhelpful or irrational thoughts and beliefs so meaningful change can occur.

Patricia offers individual, family, and group therapy and uses an eclectic approach tailored to each person's needs. Her therapeutic methods include Cognitive Behavioral techniques, Solution-Focused strategies, Reality-Based interventions, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and psychoeducation. She provides mental health and substance abuse support for clients aged thirteen and up.

To accommodate varied schedules, Patricia holds evening and weekend hours and accepts commercial insurances and employee assistance programs. She brings a practical, compassionate approach to helping individuals and families navigate stress, relationship issues, grief, addiction concerns, and other life challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Patricia Brooks have?

Patricia Brooks has 11 years of experience as a professional counselor and more than 20 years working in mental and behavioral health services.

Is Patricia Brooks a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: MO LPC 2019036084.

In which languages does Patricia Brooks provide therapy?

Patricia Brooks provides therapy in English.

Where is Patricia Brooks located?

Patricia Brooks is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Patricia Brooks as my therapist?

You can work with Patricia Brooks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Patricia Brooks work with international clients?

Patricia Brooks does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patricia Brooks cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Life?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - research indicates that online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for a large number of people.

One of the most practical benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them, choosing from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That range of options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to continue care during transitions.

Care is provided by licensed professionals and therapists who use established therapeutic approaches. If a particular therapist is not the right match, clients typically have the option to switch to another provider to find the best fit for their needs.

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