Bret Patterson , LPC

Bret Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Mississippi who brings four years of clinical experience to his therapeutic work. He helps people navigate stress, anxiety, grief and loss, anger, depression, and addictions, and he also supports those facing relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, and issues related to intimacy and self-esteem. Drawing on a long career before counseling, Bret spent 25 years working as a paramedic and clinical educator, experience that contributes practical insight and calm under pressure to his approach.

Bret emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction, and he tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs and circumstances. He encourages clients to view seeking help as a courageous first step toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady support throughout the change process. Bret combines evidence-informed methods with a client-centered orientation to address both immediate concerns and longer-term goals, helping individuals build skills for coping with life’s challenges and moving toward healthier functioning.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Bret integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and building a collaborative relationship so clients can explore values, goals, and personal strengths - it is often helpful for issues like self-esteem, life transitions, and relational concerns. CBT targets unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns by teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can assist clients coping with intense emotions, anger, and unstable mood patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Bret works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals adapt techniques over time, and the therapist-client partnership guides adjustments to the plan.

Online therapy with Bret is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options allow people to maintain consistent care around work schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limitations, making ongoing support more practical and easier to fit into daily life.