- CBT methods
- ACT principles
- Motivational interviewing
About Douglas
Douglas Patrick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Maine with 21 years of practice. He works with people facing relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, motivation problems, and life changes. He also supports concerns such as addiction, grief, trauma, intimacy issues, phobias, and stress related to caregiving or illness.
Douglas treats each person as the expert on their own story. He listens for strengths and patterns, then uses practical steps to test what helps. Sessions focus on small, manageable changes that can improve day-to-day functioning and restore a sense of control.
His work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and to try new ways of responding. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to clarify goals and Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy ideas to build on what already works. Techniques are explained plainly and practiced together in session.
Clients can expect a direct but respectful style. Conversations include setting goals, trying out strategies between sessions, and checking what changed. Progress is tracked in simple ways so clients can see what’s working.
Douglas’s approach is practical and steady rather than theoretical. He offers help for common life problems like parenting strain, career setbacks, sleep disruption, anger, and feelings tied to prejudice or identity. People who want clear steps and collaborative problem-solving often find this style helpful.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Douglas often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT helps people break patterns that keep them stuck, like avoidance or harsh self-judgment, and teaches specific skills to change daily routines.He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting controlled by them, and then choosing actions that match personal values. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone needs to clarify goals and strengthen commitment to change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client review needs, goals, and preferences together and try methods that fit. That collaborative planning helps shape what happens in sessions and what homework or experiments will be most useful.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time so therapy can match everyday life. Douglas will discuss how to structure sessions so they suit a client's routine and goals.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps with relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, motivation, coping with life changes, addictions, grief, trauma, phobias, and related concerns listed in his profile.
How would he approach sessions?
He uses practical methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, plus Motivational Interviewing, Narrative and Solution-Focused ideas to set goals and try concrete changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has 21 years of professional work experience and has worked with a wide range of life and mental health concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as ME LCSW, and practices in Maine.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.