Patricia Gordon, LICSW
LICSW offering relationship and life transition therapy
- 15 years experience
- Relationship and family work
- Video phone chat messaging
About Patricia Gordon
Patricia Gordon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and families through depression, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, addictions, and major life transitions. She earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington in 2011 and has more than a decade of experience in social services, including five years in private practice working with a wide range of mental and behavioral health needs. Patricia brings a solution-focused, strengths-based approach that emphasizes collaboration and practical skills to help clients move toward clearer goals and greater well-being.
As a LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - she combines client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral techniques, attachment-informed perspectives, and elements of dialectical and emotionally focused therapy to address patterns of thought, emotion, and relationship dynamics. Patricia helps clients identify unhelpful thinking, challenge irrational beliefs, and build more realistic, healthy perspectives while also attending to relational and systemic issues that affect day-to-day functioning. She is experienced in working with family conflict, parenting concerns, blended families, LGBTQ and non-monogamous relationship issues, midlife transitions, and aging and geriatric concerns.
Patricia emphasizes a respectful, authentic, and affirming therapy experience where each person is treated as the expert on their own life. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams when appropriate and supports clients who are ready to develop practical skills, clarify values, and pursue meaningful change.
As a LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - she combines client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral techniques, attachment-informed perspectives, and elements of dialectical and emotionally focused therapy to address patterns of thought, emotion, and relationship dynamics. Patricia helps clients identify unhelpful thinking, challenge irrational beliefs, and build more realistic, healthy perspectives while also attending to relational and systemic issues that affect day-to-day functioning. She is experienced in working with family conflict, parenting concerns, blended families, LGBTQ and non-monogamous relationship issues, midlife transitions, and aging and geriatric concerns.
Patricia emphasizes a respectful, authentic, and affirming therapy experience where each person is treated as the expert on their own life. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams when appropriate and supports clients who are ready to develop practical skills, clarify values, and pursue meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCommitment issuesEmptinessFamily problemsJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Patricia Gordon have?
Patricia Gordon has 15 years of clinical and social services experience.
Is Patricia Gordon a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LICSW which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details: WA LICSW LW60533000.
In which languages does Patricia Gordon provide therapy?
Patricia provides therapy in English.
Where is Patricia Gordon located?
Patricia Gordon is located in Washington.
How can I work with Patricia Gordon as my therapist?
You can work with Patricia Gordon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Patricia Gordon work with international clients?
Patricia Gordon does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Patricia Gordon 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 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
Patricia integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Attachment-Based Therapy into her work, using each approach to meet different needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship that honors the client's perspective and supports self-directed growth; it is useful for people seeking empathy and clarity as they work through life challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Attachment-Based Therapy attends to relationship patterns and emotional bonds formed over a lifetime, which can be helpful for couples, family concerns, and individuals exploring intimacy or commitment issues.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patricia works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their goals, values, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time, combining techniques as needed to support skill building, emotional regulation, and healthier relationship patterns.
Online therapy with Patricia offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or manage geographic constraints. These formats allow clients to engage in consistent care with licensed professionals while choosing the communication style that feels most comfortable and accessible for them.