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I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 11 years of experience in the counseling field. I have been fortunate enough to work in multiple programs such as psychiatric residential facilities, Intensive In Home Services, Outpatient Services for children and adults, and I supervised a program that focused on the employment, education, mental & physical health, of young adults up to the age of 24. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My counseling style is relatable and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and solution-focused counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Blended Family Issues, Commitment Issues, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, Sexual Assault and Abuse
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Chiquita Patterson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Chiquita is the only reason I came back to betterhelp. Overall she understands how I am able to communicate my feelings without having that overwhelming feeling and really takes the time to listen and find the best fit for me.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She’s been great…and patient with me. She makes me feel safe.
Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Chiquita for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I appreciate Chiquita so much!! I signed back up for Betterhelp because of her. When you find a good therapist, you do what you have to do to keep them. She has helped me so much. I am grateful.
Written on Feb 10, 2023 after therapy with Chiquita for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and parenting issues
She is so on-point! I appreciate how she really helps you to take a look in the mirror at yourself. I also appreciate the extra worksheets, affirmations, etc. to further dig into the root of our problems! I would highly recommend her!!!
Written on Feb 06, 2023 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
She is responsible to my needs
Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Chiquita is an awesome therapist. She is a really great listener. I have learned a lot about myself. She has helped me with my lack of communication and has helped me to shift my mind to think more about myself. She has also helped me to become more of a doer. I highly recommend her.
Written on Nov 06, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
She refers to this as a working relationship. She has given me things to work through that will be uncomfortable for me but it's the challenge I need to make the changes I want to make in my life.
Written on Oct 23, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Chiquita is so warm and inviting within conversation. There is never a dull moment. I appreciate how real, honest and such a vibrant vibe she gives in every session. I want to just put her in my pocket and carry her with me daily!! She also engages by giving task to complete and holds you responsible to understand that you have to do the work if you want to see change. I appreciate her post throughout the week to keep me uplifted mentally. You deserve so much more than 5 or 10 starts! Continue to be great at what you do Chiquita! You are amazingly gifted.
Written on Oct 21, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
In only a few sessions I’ve already feel my mindset and coping skills improving. Thank you so much Mrs. Patterson! I highly recommend her to those seeking honest feedback and a refreshing outlook.
Written on Oct 18, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, career difficulties, and adhd
Chiquita is beyond amazing and insightful! She helped me overcome a trauma I had been holding onto for years after only 2 months of work with her! While I know these results would be different from person to person- I absolutely attribute my sessions with Chiquita as a major factor in achieving this milestone. The Betterhelp team has also been extremely responsive and helpful with different questions and circumstances that have come up along the way. I would absolutely recommend therapy to anyone seeking help!
Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Love my therapist
Written on Aug 14, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Amazing therapist. She listens and is very intuitive as well
Written on Jul 27, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Chiquita is easy to talk to and straight to the point !!
Written on Jul 27, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
I HIGHLY recommend Chiquita. I feel heard, I feel seen, I feel safe. I get so much out of our session each week and things I can work on for next week. She is very informative and helps me completely understand what she's saying. I have so much appreciation for Chiquita!
Written on Jul 26, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
amazing!!
Written on May 08, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, anger management, and adhd
Chiquita is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I had reservations about therapy in this online format but she makes it seem like we are in the same room sitting across from each other.
Written on May 05, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Ms. Patterson is extremely adept to her work. She has gradually helped my quality of life through simple breakdowns of my own thought processes, and recommending healthier alternatives or different perspectives. It might be the only time in the past 7 years I’ve gotten counseling that I truly felt someone could show me genuinely unbiased and helpful solutions, keen understanding of my circumstances, and the acknowledgement of my hardships. She is also very understanding about life in general and highlights the positive effects on the awareness of the whole human experience. Definitely recommend.
Written on Apr 16, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Honestly best therapist ever
Written on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Chiquita has been wonderfully supportive and always listens + gives me constructive next steps to either take or reflect on! She's the best!!
Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Chiquita for 6 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Chiquita Patterson is an excellent therapist. She is a good listener, identifies positive changes she sees in my growth and helps me move forward with each session. She sends valuable messages to me during the week to keep me on track. And importantly she is warm and supportive.
Written on Dec 14, 2021 after therapy with Chiquita for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Chiquita is very personable and professional! I feel she goes above and beyond to share topics/worksheets for me to work on my progress on my own & truly listens with care during our sessions. I am a work in progress but so happy with where I am today compared to just a few months ago. I am so thankful for Chiquita!
Written on Oct 27, 2021 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very kind, feels like a very safe space, great suggestions on how to navigate through different scenarios.
Written on Sep 29, 2021 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue
I almost quit doing therapy due to a previous provider and Chiquita really helped to change my perspective. Sometimes it just isn’t a match and I’m glad I was able to cross paths with her. Thank you
Written on Aug 27, 2021 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I have been searching for a counselor who will actually help me in the way that I want to be helped. I have always told counselors that I don't need talk therapy. I need therapy that will help me learn and grow. I need someone who will give me exercises and goals so I can measure my success. I have finally found that counselor in Chiquita. In the short time I have been with her so far, I have made leaps and bounds of improvement. My friends and family see the improvement and I feel the improvement. I am by no means healed or close to being healed, but I feel I am well on my way. I have spent months and months with other counselors and even when I ask them to give me exercises, they don't and end up just doing talk therapy. Then I leave the session even more traumatized because I have just relived my worst moments of life. Chiquita somehow digs to find these moments out, but in a way that isn't traumatizing, and actually helpful. I am sticking with Chiquita and I think this will help me have a bright future that I know I'm capable of having.
Written on Aug 27, 2021 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
As someone who has never done any type of counseling, she has been able to help me in so many ways in such a small amount of time. She makes me feel heard and my opinions valued. And has helped me develop strategies for change. She is amazing and professional and I am so happy to have met her.
Written on Aug 24, 2021 after therapy with Chiquita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Chiquita is an amazing counselor, who holds you accountable and makes you “do the work” whilst being extremely supportive and responsive to your needs. She meets you where you’re at in regards to your approach to therapy and comfortability with certain topics. I highly, highly recommend her.
Written on Aug 15, 2021 after therapy with Chiquita for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
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