Bret Patterson, LPC

Bret Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi. He draws on four years of counseling experience to help people manage stress, anxiety, grief, anger, and depression. He aims to create a respectful, compassionate space for people taking steps toward change.

Before entering counseling Bret spent 25 years as a paramedic and clinical educator. That background shaped his calm approach and his focus on practical care. He uses straightforward talk and collaborative planning rather than long, abstract explanations.

Sessions are tailored to each person’s situation. Bret listens for what matters most, then builds a plan that fits daily life and goals. He adapts techniques to address relationship strain, addictions, intimacy concerns, self-esteem, and career pressures.

He also supports people facing trauma, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and major life transitions such as divorce or loss. His work includes attention to more complex patterns like codependency, avoidant or dependent personality concerns, and mood-related challenges.

Clients can expect a mix of skills-based work and reflective conversation. Bret draws on client-centered methods, cognitive and behavioral techniques, dialectical strategies, mindfulness, and relationship-focused approaches. He invites people to move at their own pace while working toward clearer daily coping and healthier relationships.

How therapy approaches adapt to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and supporting the person’s own goals. It emphasizes understanding a person's experience and shaping sessions around what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns; it’s commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, includes skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with anger, relationship problems, and coping during big life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then try approaches that match those needs. That collaborative process helps decide whether to emphasize skills training, reflective conversation, or a mix of both.

If you want online options, confirm the available session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, save travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people keep working while balancing other responsibilities. Licensed professionals adapt activities and homework so progress continues even when meetings are remote.