Patricia Greer , LCSW

Patricia Greer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina with 20 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, depression, relationship and family challenges, sleep problems, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem struggles, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other life changes. She specializes in supporting individuals and families affected by co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, guiding clients toward practical coping strategies and healthier daily functioning.

Patricia draws on a range of clinical approaches, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, and mindfulness practices, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs. She has extensive experience assisting clients from diverse ethnic and demographic backgrounds since 2005 and offers focused care for issues such as abandonment and attachment concerns, codependency, blended family dynamics, communication and control problems, dissociation, domestic violence, and addiction-related challenges.

Her work emphasizes empowering clients to develop assertiveness, clearer communication, and confidence so they can feel more comfortable in their own skin and pursue more fulfilling lives. Patricia approaches therapy with integrity, empathy, and compassion, and she is accepting new clients in North Carolina.

Therapeutic Approaches That Guide Online Care

Patricia Greer integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to support clients in online sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes the client’s perspective and fosters a trusting therapeutic relationship, helping people explore their goals and build self-directed growth. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaching practical coping skills that are useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns linked to addiction. DBT provides skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress, which can be helpful for individuals struggling with impulsivity, relationship conflicts, or overwhelming feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Patricia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, manage appointments around work or family obligations, and access therapeutic support from a familiar environment.