Patricia (Patty) Earl , LPC

Patricia (Patty) Earl is a Licensed Professional Counselor who blends movement, mindfulness, and traditional psychotherapy to support both children and adults. As a board-certified dance movement therapist she integrates bodily awareness into emotional work, and as a registered nurse and certified yoga instructor she brings a holistic perspective to healing that honors mind and body. Patricia explains her LPC credential as a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides talk therapy and clinical support.

She has provided trauma and grief therapy across a range of concerns, and she currently works with clients affected by eating disorders and addictions. Her movement-based work offers clients a way to access felt emotions through gentle, guided practices that reinforce present-moment awareness. Patricia also draws on systems and depth-oriented theories, including family systems approaches, Jungian ideas, and object relations, to understand patterns in relationships and inner life.

Patricia describes her therapeutic stance as centered and grounded; she listens closely and responds thoughtfully, offering a calm presence during difficult transitions. Her practice emphasizes practical coping skills alongside exploration of meaning, supporting clients who face loss, trauma, life changes, relationship challenges, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

Integrating Movement, Mindfulness, and Evidence-Based Therapy Online

Patricia (Patty) Earl combines client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) elements in her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship that helps clients explore their goals and values while the therapist provides empathy and support. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learn practical skills to change them, which is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with life changes. Dialectical behavior therapy offers tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships - approaches that can support those struggling with intense emotions, substance use patterns, or interpersonal conflict.

Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Patricia works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made and new challenges emerge. Clients are engaged in decision making about which skills and perspectives feel most helpful.

Online therapy with Patricia is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support during busy or transitional periods, allowing clients to practice skills and get feedback from a licensed professional in ways that fit their everyday life.