About Patrick
Patrick Scally is a Licensed Certified Social Worker in Maryland (LCSW-C) with 50 years of clinical experience. He helps people cope with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleep problems, and career or parenting strains.
He draws on straightforward conversation and practical strategies. Sessions often focus on understanding what keeps problems going and on building small changes people can try between meetings. Patrick uses methods from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas to guide that process.
Many people come to him for help after loss, trauma, or when motivation and confidence are low. He also addresses specific concerns such as anger, compassion fatigue, ADHD-related struggles, and issues tied to separation or blended family situations. He names and works through patterns like avoidance, codependency, control issues, and communication problems.
He emphasizes respect and sensitivity in his conversations and invites client input when planning work together. That means sessions look different depending on the person - sometimes focused skills practice, sometimes reflective talk about past patterns, sometimes short-term goal work for life changes.
Patrick’s long career gives him broad experience with varied life stresses. He encourages clear, manageable steps and checks progress along the way so people know what to expect from their sessions.
How his approaches adapt to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. Online sessions can replicate that by prioritizing the client's concerns and adjusting pace and focus to fit their needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical exercises to try between sessions; it transfers well to remote work through homework and brief skill rehearsal. Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and can be introduced in a single session and practiced between meetings.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. Patrick will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before to decide which methods to use. That collaborative planning helps shape session structure and the kinds of exercises assigned between meetings.
The exact session formats offered should be confirmed before booking. When sessions are arranged online they can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about specific formats and scheduling options when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions will fit your daily routine.
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Experience
50+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting and career concerns, and related areas like trauma and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of client-centered talk, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practice, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas to match the person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 50 years of professional clinical experience working with a wide range of life and mental health concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LCSW-C licensed in Maryland and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.