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Dr. Patrick Keohane

Calm, practical therapy with experience

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Credentials
SD Psychologist 380
Experience
27 years
Licensed in
South Dakota
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Patrick

Dr. Patrick Keohane is a clinical psychologist with nearly three decades of experience helping adults manage mental health concerns. He practices in South Dakota and brings a direct, warm style to sessions.

He focuses on clear, practical steps and listens closely to each person's needs. SD Psychologist 380 is his listed credential. He uses a mix of cognitive behavioral techniques and humanistic, client-centered methods.

That means he helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try small changes, while also keeping the conversation grounded in respect and collaboration.

Background and approach

Sessions often include skill practice and feedback to see what works. Dr. Keohane has worked with a wide range of problems, including depression, anxiety, stress, anger, sleep difficulties, addictions, trauma and grief.

He also supports people dealing with bipolar disorder and long-term mental illness. Other areas of focus include relationship and family concerns, attachment and abandonment issues, caregiver stress, communication and commitment problems, and challenges related to first responders and fatherhood. He values the interactive nature of therapy and asks for ongoing feedback so treatment can be tailored.

That approach helps make sessions relevant to daily life and personal goals. He aims to be straightforward and approachable while offering evidence-based tools. People who prefer a therapist who combines practical techniques with a respectful, human-centered stance may find his style a good fit.

He encourages anyone ready to try therapy to take that first step and explore changes at a manageable pace.

How his approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and take steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It suits issues like anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavior changes to reduce symptoms such as worry, low mood, or sleep troubles. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so the person feels heard while deciding what changes to try. Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and daily challenges to choose or blend methods that fit. That collaborative planning helps shape sessions and keeps therapy practical and relevant. Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy lives or limited travel options. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions work when video isn’t possible, and live chat or text-based messaging can support short check-ins or homework between sessions. These formats make it easier to practice skills in real time and keep momentum between meetings.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of issues does he address?
He works with adult concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, anger, sleeping problems, addictions, trauma, grief, bipolar disorder, and related life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He blends cognitive behavioral strategies with client-centered methods, focusing on practical skills and a respectful, collaborative relationship.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 27 years of experience as a clinical psychologist to his practice.
Where is his practice located and what are his credentials?
He practices in South Dakota and is listed as SD Psychologist 380.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.

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Experience
27 years
Licensed
South Dakota
Languages
English

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