Hi!
My name is Patricia Searels and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have worked in a variety of settings such as universities, private practice, and non profit centers for over 20 years. I have worked closely with college students, athletes, young professionals, and adults of all ages suffering from adjustment disorders ( moving, new parents, job changes, divorce) depression, anxiety, trauma, and those who are experiencing loss or relationship issues.
My counseling style is is to create a genuine relationship that is caring, direct, and cooperative. I believe that when people are treated with respect and in a safe, healthy and honest relationship, growth can occur. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution focused, and motivational interviewing counseling. The therapeutic process looks different for each individual, and my belief is in finding a unique, individualized and wholistic approach for each client. I always meet the client where they are and their personal goals will drive our work together.
My hours are pretty flexible and I prefer to have some voice or face to face time in addition to text. I believe in providing the tools you need to live a happier more fulfilling life. By reaching out for support and help you have already taken the first step towards improving your life and achieving your goals.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
28 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Depression Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Executive and professional coaching
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Patricia has been an absolutely wonderful therapist and guide for years now. She has a wonderful ability to listen and get to the heart of what you’re showing up with, and work on ways to move forward with compassion and without judgment. She’s incredibly caring and warm, and makes each session feel like a close conversation rather than a therapy session. She’s wonderfully kind has helped me navigate my career, difficult relationships, anxiety, and many other challenges, and I feel so much stronger for having worked with her.
Written on Jun 02, 2026 after therapy with Patricia for 6 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Tricia is absolutely wonderful!
Written on Sep 11, 2025 after therapy with Patricia for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Trish is the best therapist I have ever worked with!
Written on May 23, 2025 after therapy with Patricia for 3 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Trish has helped me to come so far from the person I was four years ago when I started seeing her. I consider myself to be pretty self-aware most of the time and she helped bring out things in me that I didn’t know were there. She’s always supportive and understanding and never makes me feel like I’m a bother or a burden. She truly is amazing!
Written on May 21, 2025 after therapy with Patricia for 4 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
Patricia is a kind and compassionate person who is invested in her client's well being. She is patient and creates a safe space during sessions.
Written on Jun 13, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
Patricia is amazing! She is understanding and thoughtful. Has made me feel very comfortable, I've learned many tools to help me work through my struggles.
Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months
Over several years now, Patricia has assisted me through so much of my life. Sometimes we will go through weekly sessions for months and at times it's just a mental check in with months in between. I trust her guidance and perception.
Written on Oct 03, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 4 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Patricia Searels is one of the best therapist I’ve ever met.
Written on Aug 02, 2023 after therapy with Patricia for 4 years
Love how Patricia will not hesitate to tell me her honest opinion or assessment regarding any issue I'm sharing from my life. She always tries to end every session with a productive and positive exercise for me to practice. I truly have learned more about myself meeting with her and I truly appreciate her time and efforts.
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Patricia has transformed my life - twice! She is so wise and so filled with expertise and knowledge. She tells me what I need to hear!
Written on Mar 28, 2022 after therapy with Patricia for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
She is amazing, don’t know what I would do without her haha.
Written on Nov 15, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
This is my third time back to Patricia after receiving care for her on and off. I tried another counselor recently but no one could compare to the care and growth that I got from her. She has helped me countless problems and periods of my life and her approach is just wonderful. I’m super excited to be seeing her again, though I wish it was in better circumstances I know she will help me work through the things I need at the moment.
Written on Sep 24, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Patricia is wonderful and gives good insight. She's a fantastic listener and seems very genuine with her responses. I really enjoyed my first session with her.
Written on Apr 21, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Tricia is amazing and is helping me so much. I feel very lucky to have her as my counselor.
Written on Mar 15, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks
My first session with you Patricia was exactly what I needed. It felt like you were holding my hand through the phone. I really believe you understood me and what I have been dealing with on my own and made me feel like finally I didn’t have to go it alone. I can’t wait to continue to work with you and continue to feel supported. I truly believe I will grow through this process and have a deeper understanding of myself and how to handle the complexities I’m going through better. Feeling grateful to have found you.
Written on Feb 09, 2021 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Searels is extremely kind and attentive. She listens to everything with genuine interest and want to help. I'm grateful that I've had the opportunity to work with her!
Written on Jun 02, 2020 after therapy with Patricia for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, and coping with life changes
She is great and listens to all of my concerns and problems. She offers advice that helps to rationalize everything and helps me to get a grip on my emotions. She makes sure that I am doing well especially if i forget to respond for a few days. I highly recommend her and I am greatful for her help.
Written on Apr 13, 2020 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is absolutely amazing and I would recommend her to everyone! In just a few sessions she helped me make some amazing breakthroughs. She is caring and compassionate yet astute and insightful.
Written on Mar 10, 2020 after therapy with Patricia for 2 months
Patricia is extremely insightful. She offered my perspectives and ideas I would not have considered. She’s very accessible and relatable. She helped me so much in a very short period of time.
Written on Feb 25, 2020 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks
Patricia is warm and understanding. I always feel relieved and inspired after speaking with her.
Written on Dec 02, 2019 after therapy with Patricia for 4 months on issues concerning coping with life changes
Patricia offers a perfect balance of hearing and understanding your personhood, issues, and feelings while also being challenging and encouraging. I just started working with her but can already see changes in my thinking and attitude about daily life. I look forward to continuing the journey with her and would highly recommend her!
Written on Sep 27, 2019 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks
Patricia is kind, caring, professional, and has warm personality. She makes me feel safe, comfortable to talk to and advise she gives me is on point! I'm glad that I met Patricia and look forward to work with her as long as I need.
Written on Jul 24, 2019 after therapy with Patricia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
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