Patricia Curran, LPC, LMHC - Therapist in Arizona

About Patricia

Patricia Curran offers calm, practical support for people facing stress, loss, anxiety, and major life shifts. She speaks plainly and listens closely to what matters. Parents who are worried about family dynamics or caregiving pressures will find steady, experience-based guidance.

Patricia is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with decades of practice behind her. Patricia draws on 36 years working in outpatient, inpatient, and confinement settings.

Background and approach

She combines several approaches rather than using only one method. Sessions focus on clear steps and real-world tools that people can try between meetings. In the room she helps clients name what feels difficult and then narrows options into manageable next steps.

She uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to change unhelpful thinking and solution-focused therapy to set short-term goals. Motivational interviewing supports those working through addictions or tough choices. Patricia also uses client-centered care to hold a respectful, nonjudgmental space while clients sort through grief, relationship strain, or career crossroads.

Dialectical behavior strategies may be used when stronger emotion regulation skills are needed. Her work includes attention to aging and geriatric concerns, caregiver stress, hospice and end-of-life issues, cancer-related challenges, divorce and midlife transitions. Sessions are conducted in English and are tailored to what each person brings to therapy.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening without judgment and helping clients discover their own answers. It’s useful when someone needs a steady, respectful space to sort feelings and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by turning insights into everyday practices. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers tools for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can help when emotional reactivity or relationship conflicts make daily life harder. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia will talk with clients about goals and preferences, then suggest methods to try. Together they track what helps and adjust the plan as needed. Online therapy provides flexibility for busy schedules and caregiving demands. Video calls let conversations feel close to an in-person visit, while phone sessions work when video isn’t possible. Live chat and text-based messaging offer shorter, on-the-go check-ins and a way to reinforce skills between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent despite life’s demands.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patricia help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, anger, self esteem, career stress, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, cancer, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, emptiness, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and midlife crisis.

What is her therapy style like?

Patricia uses a mix of approachable, goal-oriented methods. Sessions emphasize clear steps, practical coping skills, and helping clients find their own answers.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 36 years of experience in outpatient, inpatient, and confinement settings. That background informs how she tailors support to different life situations.

What credentials and region apply to this therapist?

Patricia holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Arizona. Her license numbers are AZ LPC 22533 and WA LMHC LH 00008401.

Which languages are offered and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

In what formats are sessions provided?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow different ways to connect based on personal needs.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 36 years
Licensed: Washington, Arizona
Languages: English

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