About Patrice Heath
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Depression
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Anxiety
Gambling Addiction
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Patrice Heath
Patrice L. Heath is a clinically licensed mental health professional with over 20 years of human service experience counseling individuals from adolescents to senior citizens across a range of settings, including public programs, in-home, remote, and small private collaborative-oriented practices. Her background includes work with children, adults, and families, trauma survivors, child maltreatment, mobile crisis, substance use disorders, HIV, LGBTQ+ individuals, seniors, and veterans. Patrice integrates therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing, and brings strong skills in clinical and psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, case management, crisis and safety planning, psychoeducation, and individual, family, and group therapy, along with experience developing and presenting training to staff and the community.
Over her career, Patrice has held roles as a Behavioral Health Therapist with Optum Behavioral Care, a Clinical Social Worker Therapist with AbleTo, a private practice therapist with Carolina Wellness & Recovery Services, a Clinical Consultant overseeing mobile crisis management with OneCare Behavioral Health Services, and a Senior Social Worker with the Mecklenburg County Women's Commission, where she supported adult survivors of domestic violence. She has also worked as a contract therapist across multiple agencies, providing individual, group, family, and couples therapy, running specialized groups including substance abuse and Suboxone aftercare programs, and supervising bachelor's- and graduate-level interns. Patrice holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Cincinnati and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina, South Carolina, New York, and California.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Specializing in process and behavioral addiction treatment, with an emphasis on gambling and sports betting, Birches Health offers individual, group, and couples therapy tailored to each client's unique needs. Recognizing that every recovery journey is distinct, the team provides personalized care designed to help clients pursue their goals with confidence. During the intake process, Birches Health takes time to assess each person's needs, explore the root causes of their challenges, and develop a personalized treatment plan. The team prioritizes convenience, security, and comfort by delivering fully virtual sessions members through a trusted, HIPAA-compliant video platform.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Cincinnati, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1689091134
How soon can I make an appointment with Patrice Heath?
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Is Patrice Heath accepting new patients?
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Can I make an appointment with Patrice Heath online?
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What practice does Patrice Heath work with?
Patrice Heath works with Birches Health.
What are common reasons for patients to see Patrice Heath?
Patrice Heath frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Patrice Heath on their profile.
What languages does Patrice Heath speak?
Patrice Heath speaks English.