Patricia Carrington , LPC, CSW

Patricia "Patt" Carrington is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Social Worker (CSW) practicing in Wisconsin. She brings decades of experience in social services, case management, and trauma counseling, working with diverse individuals across the lifespan. Her calm, easygoing manner supports the development of rapport and trust, and she approaches work in a non-judgmental, solution-focused, and results-oriented way.

Patricia works with people facing anxiety, depression, anger management concerns, adjustment disorders, and substance use, and she sees individuals, couples, and youth as they navigate life transitions. She emphasizes collaborative problem solving, helping clients identify practical steps that fit their lives and goals. Patricia’s approach draws on Solution-Focused Therapy, which is future-oriented and goal-directed, guiding clients toward actionable changes that help them move toward their best selves.

Her career began in social work supporting women and children affected by abuse and trauma, and she values helping each person find the path that works best for them. Patricia believes clients are the experts on their own lives and partners with them to set realistic goals and build skills for everyday challenges.

Patricia is available on weekday evenings after 6:00pm and on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 4:00pm. She checks messages about two to three times per day and aims to respond within 24 hours. She welcomes inquiries and is glad to answer questions about her practice.

Approaches and Online Care for Relationship and Life Challenges

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and helps them explore their values, choices, and personal strengths; this approach can be especially helpful for self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and relationship issues.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured method that identifies unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change them; CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with everyday challenges.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reshaping emotional responses within close relationships, making it a strong option for couples work, intimacy-related concerns, and attachment issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patricia works collaboratively with each person to select methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they evaluate what helps and adapt strategies over time.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins can be completed via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to maintain continuity during life changes, and to access support from different locations while working with licensed professionals and experienced therapists.