About

Hi there, I'm Patricia! Hi, my name is Patricia Gomez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and have been practicing in the field of mental health since 2001. I understand that therapy is about you and what you need, so I often refer to clients as the driver and myself as the passenger, sitting alongside my clients through their own personal journey! My role is to facilitate discussion and prompt new ways of thinking in order to inspire fresh perspectives. My approach My style tends to be person-centered and solution-focused as I believe in focusing more heavily on the problems you're experiencing right now and working together to develop effective strategies for improving overall life satisfaction. I often incorporate Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to help my clients identify problematic thinking and retrain the brain to implement more positive and productive strategies! Some other modalities that I believe in are Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. My focus I have extensive experience in working with adults (18+) with various mental illnesses (including but not limited to Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, other Psychotic Disorders, Depression, Anxiety); difficulty adapting to life situations; relationship issues; stress caused by pressure at work or home; grief and loss; self-esteem issues; other difficulties maintaining life balance. I am skilled at helping others in developing coping skills, interpersonal skills, independent living skills, stress management, personal empowerment and advocacy, healthy leisure habits, and other important life skills. My communication style I recognize the decision to share one's most personal experiences can be difficult for some, so I value when one has decided to share with me. I strive to make clients feel comfortable to connect. I am helpful and supportive in offering multiple solutions for clients as they put in the work to improve their well being.