Patrice Stevens
Licensed Professional Counselor

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Licensed Professional Counselor

Patrice Stevens

Hello, my name is Patrice Stevens and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor.

I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 1990 with Clients in the state of Texas. I have worked with clients experiencing a broad range of issues and concerns including trauma, PTDS, attachment disorders, anxiety, anger, relationship issues, parenting skills, self-care, and many other psychological issues.

My ability to establish a relationship connection with each Client almost immediately helps to begin the therapeutic process in the first session.

My ability to listen to Clients describe their situation and present the big picture, which includes childhood issues associated with potential trauma as well as current negative behaviors Client has experienced as an adult.

There are 2 essential things to be mindful of when engaging in therapy. First, all negative behavior is the result of unhealed wounds that we carry around with us, knowingly or unknowingly, from the past. Second, all anger issues serve to cover deep levels of pain or hurt, and that is because anger is not a primary emotion. Anger is a secondary emotion provoked by hurtful feelings.

We all have the choice to delve into and understand the wounds of the past, to see the connection to current adult behavior and to embrace the path of healing and recovery.

My role is to establish a "safe space” in each therapy session to help Clients face their fears and embrace the radical acceptance of Self. My clients are ideally positioned to develop effective coping skills and facilitate the changes they want in their lives. Every session is about moving clients toward the goals they have established for their counseling experience.

It can be frightening to take the first steps to engage with a therapist you have never met. It may be helpful to understand that I am experienced and well versed in the process of healing and facilitating change. I will listen to your thoughts and feelings, clarify issues associated with those thoughts and feelings, and guide you through the process for healing your wounds and facilitating change. My goal is to help you and guide you.

My Clients and I will work as a team and be in partnership regarding the direction of counseling as well as specific goals for treatment established by my Clients.

I look forward to working with you! Please take the first step toward the process of healing and change! We can do this together.

Education:

Bachelors of Arts in Psychology University of Houston

Masters in Counseling Psychology University of Houston

Training:

Innate propensity to interact with people and help them to resolve
issues and concerns.
Innovative and open-minded in all aspects of therapeutic modalities
and treatment.
Provided licensed and accredited telehealth counseling to
individuals and couples, and families.
Conducted assessment and treatment options via professional
live, phone and video chats.
Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist
Accredited EMDR practitioner.
Fully Accredited PTSD Counselor
Certified Mediator