Christopher Patchet , LCSW

Christopher Patchet is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with nine years of experience in mental health. He began his career supporting homeless veterans and developed a lasting commitment to helping people pursue and achieve meaningful goals. After completing a degree in social work, he earned his LCSW credential, which authorizes him to provide clinical therapy services in the state.

Alongside private practice, Christopher works with the Veterans Affairs addressing trauma-related concerns and has continued to expand his clinical training over time. He has formal training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). These approaches inform a flexible, evidence-informed style tailored to each person’s needs.

Christopher engages clients with a warm, non-judgmental presence and aims to create a space where thoughts, feelings, and communication can be explored openly. He emphasizes collaboration and goal-setting, and he encourages those who seek help to view the first outreach as an important and courageous step toward overcoming barriers and moving toward recovery and growth. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential indicating specialized training and licensure to provide psychotherapy.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Christopher integrates several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and pattern-based difficulties. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies while teaching concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and can reduce the intensity of trauma-related reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Christopher works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions and adjusts strategies over time so the therapy aligns with what each person hopes to accomplish.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how and when clients connect. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction, phone sessions can be more convenient for busy schedules, and live chat or text-based messaging can provide additional ways to share between sessions. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care, reach clients in different locations, and fit therapy into everyday life while working with licensed professionals and therapists.