Patricia Breshears, LCPC

Licensed in Illinois · 32 years in practice

Patricia Breshears greets people with a calm, steady presence.

License and registration

LCPC, Illinois: 180.004916 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1215330766 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 32
Languages: English

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About Patricia

Patricia Breshears greets people with a calm, steady presence. She listens first and asks simple questions to understand what matters most. Patricia uses clear language and practical steps so parents and adults can take action between sessions.

With 32 years of experience, Patricia draws from several therapy styles to match what each person needs. She focuses on building trust and a working relationship before moving into tools and strategies. Her approach highlights a person's strengths and practical skills rather than long theoretical talks.

Background and approach

Patricia often uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. She adds mindfulness practices for stress and anxiety, helping clients notice reactions and slow down. Motivational interviewing is used when someone needs help finding their own reasons to change, especially around addiction or lifestyle shifts.

She also works with narrative and solution-focused methods to help people reframe stories about themselves and set small, reachable goals. Sessions tend to be straightforward - identifying a problem, choosing a next step, and checking progress. Patricia helps people turn those small steps into longer-term habits.

Patricia is an IL LCPC, a licensed clinical professional counselor in Illinois. She offers sessions in English and provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. If someone wants to begin, they complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Patricia lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Control issues
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family of origin issues
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues

Approaches Patricia names

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Online support

Approaches that fit your online care

Patricia commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice patterns of thought and change small behaviors that keep problems going. CBT is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and many stress-related issues.

She also brings mindfulness therapy into sessions to teach simple ways of paying attention to the present moment. These practices can reduce reactivity and help with stress, grief, and managing cravings. Motivational interviewing is another option she uses to help someone find their own reasons to change, especially around addictions or life-direction decisions.

Finding the right approach is a joint process. Patricia talks with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggests one or a blend of methods. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan so it matches what is working for the client.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people read facial cues and do longer sessions. Phone can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a camera is not wanted. Live chat and text messaging work well for quick check-ins, short coaching-style support, or when someone prefers written communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep progress between appointments.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Patricia address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship issues, grief, parenting and many related concerns listed in her specialties.

What is her general therapy style?

Patricia uses a practical, collaborative approach that emphasizes trust, skill building, and short-term goals. Sessions focus on clear steps clients can use between appointments.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 32 years of experience working with adults across a wide range of life and mental health concerns.

What credential and location apply to this therapist?

Patricia holds an IL LCPC and practices in Illinois.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

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