Patricia Johnson-Haney

Patricia Johnson-Haney is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Wisconsin. She emphasizes a client-centered way of working and starts by listening to each person's story. Patricia believes people bring strengths that help them move through hard times, and she aims to help them use those strengths in practical ways.

She has seven years of professional experience supporting people with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. She also helps with concerns such as coping after divorce and separation, blended family issues, caregiver stress, and body image. Patricia addresses both mood disorders and stress reactions that follow difficult events.

Her approach blends several methods to match what a person needs. She uses client-centered therapy to build a respectful, accepting relationship. She applies trauma-focused techniques when past hurt affects daily life. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods help people set clear goals and make steady changes.

Sessions are practical and straightforward. Patricia focuses on small steps that can fit into daily life. She works with people to set realistic goals and practices that can reduce distress between sessions.

Patricia offers therapy in English and is based in Wisconsin. She does not work with international clients. If someone is ready to begin, they can use the site's Start Therapy process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Approaches that translate well to online work

Patricia uses client-centered therapy to build trust and prioritize each person's own goals; this approach focuses on listening, reflecting, and helping people identify their strengths and next steps. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions and improving coping; it can be helpful for mood instability, panic, and stress-related problems. Motivational interviewing is a short-term, goal-oriented method that helps people find internal reasons to change and commit to practical steps.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and preferences. Together they identify goals and try strategies, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, such as shortening travel time, allowing quicker check-ins, and fitting appointments around work or caregiving. They also allow the use of skills practice and follow-up between sessions so progress can continue outside meeting times.