Dr. Patricia Bell, LMHC
Florida LMHC specializing in relationships and trauma
- 15 years experience
- CBT and attachment focus
- Accepts international clients
About Dr. Patricia Bell
Dr. Patricia Bell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida and holds a PsyD in Counseling, a Doctor of Psychology in Counseling. With more than 15 years of clinical experience, she has supported individuals and families across a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar concerns, and ADHD.
Her clinical work is grounded in cognitive therapy - a practical, skills-oriented approach that examines how thoughts influence feelings and behavior - while also drawing from a range of evidence-informed methods. She integrates techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to tailor interventions to each person’s needs, preferences, and goals.
Dr. Bell has experience across the lifespan and addresses both individual and relational dynamics, including adoption and foster care issues, blended family concerns, communication and commitment problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, codependency, and other complex life challenges. She focuses on helping people develop concrete strategies and coping skills to navigate change, restore connection, and move toward more meaningful functioning.
Her clinical work is grounded in cognitive therapy - a practical, skills-oriented approach that examines how thoughts influence feelings and behavior - while also drawing from a range of evidence-informed methods. She integrates techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to tailor interventions to each person’s needs, preferences, and goals.
Dr. Bell has experience across the lifespan and addresses both individual and relational dynamics, including adoption and foster care issues, blended family concerns, communication and commitment problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, codependency, and other complex life challenges. She focuses on helping people develop concrete strategies and coping skills to navigate change, restore connection, and move toward more meaningful functioning.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Patricia Bell have?
Dr. Patricia Bell has 15 years of experience in counseling and psychotherapy.
Is Dr. Patricia Bell a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH17390.
In which languages does Dr. Patricia Bell provide therapy?
Dr. Patricia Bell provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Patricia Bell located?
Dr. Patricia Bell is located in Florida.
How can I work with Dr. Patricia Bell as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Patricia Bell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Patricia Bell work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Bell works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Patricia Bell 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.
Evidence-based approaches adapted for online care
Dr. Patricia Bell often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical skills for mood and behavior change. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy is another approach she employs to explore relational patterns formed early in life and to strengthen connection and trust in current relationships; it can be especially useful for intimacy, family, and abandonment-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) contributes tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can support work with anger, substance-related issues, or intense emotional reactivity.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Patricia Bell works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts strategies as the work evolves so treatment stays relevant and effective.
Online therapy with Dr. Bell is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit different schedules and lifestyles. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for the client.