Bret Patterson, LPC
Licensed counselor with emergency medicine background
- Stress and anxiety support
- Grief and loss care
- Depression and anger management
About Bret Patterson
Bret Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi with four years of professional counseling experience. He brings a background of 25 years working as a paramedic and clinical educator, a history that informs a practical, calm approach to crisis and ongoing stressors. Bret works with people facing stress and anxiety, grief and loss, anger management challenges, and depression, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the needs of each individual.
He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction and frames therapy as a collaborative process in which clients and he set goals together. His training as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - supports a clinical foundation for assessment and treatment planning while his prior clinical education experience contributes to clear, skill-based work when it is needed.
Bret acknowledges that seeking change takes courage and intends to support clients through that process, offering guidance and practical tools while listening to each person’s unique history and priorities. His practice centers on creating approaches that match an individual’s circumstances and goals, helping clients move toward greater wellbeing at a pace that feels right for them.
He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction and frames therapy as a collaborative process in which clients and he set goals together. His training as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - supports a clinical foundation for assessment and treatment planning while his prior clinical education experience contributes to clear, skill-based work when it is needed.
Bret acknowledges that seeking change takes courage and intends to support clients through that process, offering guidance and practical tools while listening to each person’s unique history and priorities. His practice centers on creating approaches that match an individual’s circumstances and goals, helping clients move toward greater wellbeing at a pace that feels right for them.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAvoidant personalityCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Bret Patterson have?
Bret Patterson has 4 years of professional experience as a licensed counselor.
Is Bret Patterson a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: MS LPC 3070.
In which languages does Bret Patterson provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Bret Patterson located?
Bret Patterson is located in Mississippi.
How can I work with Bret Patterson as my therapist?
You can work with Bret Patterson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Bret Patterson work with international clients?
Bret Patterson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Bret Patterson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Bret Patterson draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to guide his online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment so clients can explore feelings and make their own choices about change. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can aid with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. DBT offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can be useful for managing intense emotions and relationship challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Bret works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their goals, needs, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time based on what proves most helpful in sessions.
Online therapy with Bret is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular support, maintain momentum between sessions, and fit therapy into busy lives while working with licensed professionals and therapists trained in these approaches.