Patti Barkell

I believe that the foundation of the therapeutic relationship begins with the connection between myself and you. Trust and safety must be present in order for you to express your concerns and to achieve your goals. It is important to me that you feel accepted while sharing the unexpected challenges of life. You are not alone, you don’t have to stay stuck, and you can be a better version of yourself once those burdens have been lifted. Therapy should embrace the interwoven aspects (psychological, physical, spiritual components) of our personhood. What has happened in our past does color what happens now and has impact on our future. By discovering both what we do and why we do it, we can find healing and relief from our past. I serve adults, couples, and adolescents. I specialize in women’s issues, sexual abuse, trauma, anxiety, betrayal, and grief/loss. I offer faith-based counseling upon request. I am EMDR therapy trained.