She's very empathetic and sensitive towards how I communicate my feelings and how I interpret others - and asks me questions about what would make me feel most comfortable in uncomfortable situations or when talking about uncomfortable traumas and situations. She seems to really care about what I feel and am going through.
Patricia Pearson, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Patricia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Patricia. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Patricia is a very kind and compassionate therapist. She has helped me tremendously in the past few weeks! I really enjoy working with her and gain so much insight at each session. Highly recommend!
More about Patricia
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Hello - my name is Pat Pearson, RN, LMFT. I am licensed in California and have 12 years of professional work experience as an MFT. I have 25 plus years of experience as a registered nurse. I consider myself a "seasoned" therapist at 58 years old, as my life journey has given me many opportunities to gain experience, grow and in turn help others. I have adopted, divorced, single parented, remarried, and blended a family. I have direct experience with ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, autism, anxiety, and depression. I know the challenges involved with caring for aging parents, and end of life issues. My medical background in ICU, ER and Cardiology has given me experience with grief/loss, medical trauma, hospice care, as well as recovery and wellness. I understand medical staff issues, being a patient, and loss (family members and friends). As an LMFT, I choose to and enjoy working with children, teens, and adults. I am here to help with any of life’s challenges, whether financial, emotional, physical, psychological, or sexual. Having experienced a natural disaster 4 years ago (Paradise Camp Fire) I can help with grief/loss/guilt. I understand what it is like to not know if family and friends are safe, having people live with you after a disaster, and working with EMT/police/sheriff/fire and other emergency personnel, as they process the same loss - and yet are there day after day to help their community. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, dignity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I like: family, friends, and food.
Self care: playing with my horses, good movies, window shopping.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Traumatic brain injury
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Licenses
Patricia Pearson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770724825.
- LMFT · California · 89714 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Patricia Pearson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She's very empathetic and sensitive towards how I communicate my feelings and how I interpret others - and asks me questions about what would make me feel most comfortable in uncomfortable situations or when talking about uncomfortable traumas and situations. She seems to really care about what I feel and am going through.
Patricia is a very kind and compassionate therapist. She has helped me tremendously in the past few weeks! I really enjoy working with her and gain so much insight at each session. Highly recommend!
Frequently asked questions
Does Patricia Pearson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Patricia Pearson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Patricia Pearson speak?
Patricia Pearson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Patricia Pearson have?
Patricia Pearson has 12 years of experience.
Where is Patricia Pearson licensed to practice?
Patricia Pearson is licensed to practice in California.
Does Patricia Pearson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Patricia Pearson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Patricia Pearson?
Patricia Pearson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Patricia Pearson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.