Patricia Foyder-DeVoe , LCSW

Patricia Foyder-DeVoe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist. She holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University, and early in her career she worked in a community mental health clinic where she was promoted to supervising psychotherapist. That foundation led to a private practice in which she has supported individuals, young adults, couples, and families through depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship challenges, parenting and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and major life transitions.

Patricia’s style emphasizes authenticity and the development of a trusting therapeutic relationship. She creates a judgment-free space in which clients can explore the issues most important to them while receiving steady support. Her work is grounded in psychodynamic theory but she adapts methods from a range of approaches to meet each person’s needs. The focus is practical and collaborative - identifying goals for therapy and offering tools and guidance to help clients move toward those goals. As an LCSW, Patricia brings clinical training in social work together with decades of hands-on experience to help people navigate complex emotional and relational concerns.

Psychodynamic, CBT, and DBT approaches for online care

Patricia draws from several evidence-informed approaches to guide online sessions. Psychodynamic Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and emotional life, helping clients understand how past experiences influence present feelings and behaviors and supporting insight into recurring difficulties.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) concentrates on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers practical strategies to challenge unhelpful thinking and develop new coping skills for issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is useful for learning concrete skills to manage intense emotions and improve communication in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patricia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions can be adjusted over time as progress is made and priorities shift.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility for busy schedules and varied circumstances. Patricia conducts sessions via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it possible to access consistent care without travel. These options support continuity of treatment and make it easier to fit therapy into daily life while working toward meaningful change.