Patrick has been open and honest with me. In this season of life I can run away with my thoughts. But Patrick has taken the time to hear me .
Patrick O'Leary, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Patrick is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Patrick. View 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Pat is such a great person to have in your corner. He has helped me achieve so much growth over the last couple of months and also helped me work through the healing process.
More about Patrick
- 39 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the golden state of California with 39 years of experience in the field of psychology and active practice. My background covers a very wide range of life issues and concerns including anxiety, depression, life cycle issues, parenting problems, chronic mental health problems, ADHD, addictions, psychosis, trauma and abuse, grief and loss. (I work with a very wide range of issues and concerns across the life spectrum).
My personal counseling style is engaging, warm, and interactive. I don't believe a diagnosis identifies who a person is. As Mr. Rogers quoted across the last fifty years, you are "OK", just the way you are!
Regarding my counseling style my approach includes and combines client centered and a cognitive behavioral approach during a session. I am not limited to these two modalities, as most counselors today use interventions that are from a multiple of modalities of therapy that are acceptable and appropriate and with researched and evidenced based practices. I will adjust our interactions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I truly look forward to working with you.
Specialties
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Depression
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Codependency
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Midlife crisis
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Sex addiction
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Patrick O'Leary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538209572.
- LMFT · California · 27408 · Expires March 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Patrick O'Leary
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Patrick has been open and honest with me. In this season of life I can run away with my thoughts. But Patrick has taken the time to hear me .
Pat is such a great person to have in your corner. He has helped me achieve so much growth over the last couple of months and also helped me work through the healing process.
Pat is a kind listener and makes me feel good about myself during times of anxiety and stress. As someone who suffers from perfectionism, and since I’m my toughest critic, it’s great to have an empathetic and compassionate professional help me navigate my emotions and difficult situations. I would recommend Pat to anyone looking to develop self love and navigating challenging situations. Thank you Pat.
Pat has been absolutely wonderful! He is very supportive and also knows how to navigate difficult conversations when needed. I came in with an initial thought of what I needed help with but have seen him help me with many aspects of my mental health outside of what originally presented. He is a great therapist and confidant. I appreciate his insight from scheduled video chats and also adhoc replies to our running chat. I am very thankful to have Pat as I work to improve my mental health.
Patrick O’Leary is a kind listener. He encourages you to be kind to yourself. I enjoyed working with him.
Pat has been a crucial part of my emotional progress and has helped me better understand relationships and boundaries.
Pat is great. Really listens and provides great feedback
I love Pat! We've been having some for a few months now and he 100% understands me and how I think and feel, listens to understand, and responds in ways that make complete sense for me. He's helped me so much, I'm very grateful to have been matched with him.
Great listener
This has been the best experience. I was not hopeful at first that I would be able to get some help, but my therapist has been great and I am very comfortable talking to him.
Patrick is amazing! Very warm & caring! It is like talking to a loving father.
Frequently asked questions
Does Patrick O'Leary offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Patrick O'Leary works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Patrick O'Leary speak?
Patrick O'Leary speaks English.
How many years of experience does Patrick O'Leary have?
Patrick O'Leary has 39 years of experience.
Where is Patrick O'Leary licensed to practice?
Patrick O'Leary is licensed to practice in California.
Does Patrick O'Leary accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Patrick O'Leary does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Patrick O'Leary offer?
Patrick O'Leary offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Patrick O'Leary?
Patrick O'Leary can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Patrick O'Leary?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.