Hello! My name is Patrick, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), with over 10 years’ experience working with families, couples, and individuals. I currently maintain licenses in both Georgia and Texas.
I completed my B.A./Psychology at Baylor University and went on to earn my Master’s in Marriage and Family Counseling (MA/MFT) from the University of Phoenix. Although the title of my degree states my specialty is in Marriage and Family Systems, I want you to know that it’s not only the degree that qualifies me as a Professional Therapist – it has taken a combination of formal education, career, and personal experience to allow me to say I’m very confident in my ability to help families, couples, and individuals (age 13 and beyond) work through issues that affect us all. Conflict resolution, a need or desire to learn better communication skills and styles, coping with (and thriving despite) anxiety issues, depression, grief, addictions, and substance abuse, are concerns that either we – or someone we know and are closely connected to – so often must contend with at some point or another.
My counseling style is direct and honest, and yet considerate and compassionate. I believe in treating others with respect, and where needed, helping my clients to do the same for themselves and their loved ones. including oneself. Great strides are made in self-care when an emphasis is placed on responsibility for one’s own actions and choices, in conjunction with identifying root causes for the issues you seek help for. My approach is a combination of cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, solution-focused therapy, with narrative styles that won’t put you ‘in a box’; rather, we will work together to find the best way to address your concerns. I want to help you through these difficult circumstances, and see you thrive!
I know it’s daunting to think about talking out loud to a therapist, and to begin addressing the issues you continually have concerns about; that’s the point where it ‘gets real’. I want you to know I appreciate the grit and courage it takes to take that first step, and I’ll be here to support you from beginning to end. Whether working on improving yourself or your circumstances, be assured the effort will be not only well worth it – it will be life changing. You can know that there are answers to be found and choices to be made; it would be an honor to work with you and walk with you as you seek those answers.
Specialties:
• Stress, Anxiety Management
• Addictions / substance abuse
• Grief
• Depression
• Trauma and abuse
• Relationship issues
• Family systems / conflicts
• Conflict resolution
• Parenting issues
• Anger Management
• Self-esteem / confidence
• Coping with life changes
• Compassion fatigue
• Managing / adjusting to life changes
Also providing:
• Christian counseling
Clinical approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
Years of Experience: 15+
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood disorders , Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
GA LMFT MFT001143
TX LMFT 202450
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Patrick Gilliland. 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.
Great work
Written on Oct 21, 2022 after therapy with Patrick for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Very responsive and a good listener.
Written on May 15, 2022 after therapy with Patrick for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Really good. Knowledgeable and listens well. Easy manner, clearly engaged. The best fit I've found. Highly recommend with confidence.
Written on Mar 15, 2022 after therapy with Patrick for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
We love how Patrick is kind, resourceful, approachable and how he shared with us with the word of God. His advice were useful and his constant reminder of how we could transform our mind and be better version of ourselves is priceless. Would def recommend him to anyone who needs help or just someone to talk to. His reassuring and calming presence allows one to enjoy speaking and receiving from him. Thanks for everything!
Written on Oct 12, 2021 after therapy with Patrick for 3 weeks
I've only completed a couple of sessions in counseling with Patrick as my counselor, but can confidently say that he is an attentive listener, as well as discerning of the needs at hand. His expertise is beneficial and guiding through times of uncertainty and confusing experiences. I would recommend Patrick as a counselor in times when Biblical guidance is needed.
Written on Sep 29, 2021 after therapy with Patrick for 2 weeks