Patricia Clark, LPC, VA | Psychotherapist

About Patricia Clark

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Panic Attack

Women's Mental Health Issues

Coping Mechanism Development

Perinatal Mental Health

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Gestalt

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

EMDR

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Patricia Clark

Welcome! I help individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed or disconnected understand the patterns shaped by chronic stress and micro-trauma, so they can reconnect with themselves and move forward with clarity and confidence. If this resonates with you, I invite you to reach out today for an appointment today! My approach Ongoing repeated microstressors quietly shape people's thoughts, feelings, and how they relate to others. My trauma-informed, attachment-based approach integrates IFS, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness to reduce these symptoms and help you restore calm, clarity, and self-trust. My focus Many of my clients have experienced cumulative trauma, not always one single event, but ongoing relational stress, attachment wounds, emotional neglect, or repeated micro-stressors that quietly shape how they think, feel, and relate to others. These experiences often lead to patterns of overfunctioning, people-pleasing, or emotional shutdown. My communication style My trauma-informed approach offers a warm and supportive space to move beyond just surviving, to reconnect with your authentic self. I understand that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming. My journey to mental healthcare My approach is shaped by years of education, research in traumatology, and the privilege of walking alongside clients at every stage of their journey. I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to grow, and empowered enough to lead themselves. My goals for you Therapy isn’t about fixing you; it’s about integrating past experiences so they no longer limit the present, while creating an empowering path forward. During our work together, clients learn practical tools that help them understand the parts of themselves that have felt hurt, disappointed, or overlooked—without judgment. My first session with you Our first session is a time for us to get to know each other and talk about what’s bringing you to therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Virginia

Education and training

Capella University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1841897980

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Is Patricia Clark accepting new patients?

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What practice does Patricia Clark work with?

Patricia Clark works with Rula Health - Virginia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Patricia Clark?

Patricia Clark frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Patricia Clark on their profile.