Danielle Patterson, LPC

Danielle Patterson is a licensed professional counselor in Arkansas with 13 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress and anxiety, as well as depression, trauma, and challenges with substance use. Her approach is patient and down-to-earth, focused on practical skills and steady progress. She aims to create a place where people can speak freely and feel heard.

Danielle draws often on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, using straightforward steps to notice thoughts and change unhelpful patterns. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to build emotional regulation and stronger coping strategies. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is part of her toolkit for people processing traumatic memories.

Her counseling education is from John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, and she holds the LPC credential. Danielle works with teens and adults who have had difficult life experiences, focusing on self-esteem, body image, and recovery from drug and alcohol issues among other concerns. She also addresses workplace stress, social anxiety, and relationship wounds tied to family of origin.

In sessions, she uses simple exercises, skill-building, and guided processing to reduce overwhelm and increase self-understanding. She encourages collaboration so goals match each person's needs. Taking a first step toward change is recognized as difficult, and Danielle offers steady support along that path.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and following the person's pace. It helps when someone needs a calm space to talk through feelings and decide on next steps.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses simple exercises to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. This approach is often used for anxiety, stress, and low mood because it breaks problems into clear steps.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for handling intense emotions and improving interpersonal interactions. These skills support emotional balance and better coping during stressful moments.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean starting with skill practice and adding processing work like EMDR later if it seems helpful.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm what session formats are currently offered before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for fitting appointments into busy days, reducing travel time, and keeping momentum between meetings. Others prefer different arrangements for check-ins or focused skill practice. Discuss scheduling and format options up front to match therapy to everyday life.