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Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York

Patricia (Trisha) Blackburn

Patricia (Trisha) Blackburn, LICSW, LCSW

New York

Licensed clinical social worker - stress and grief

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Credentials
LICSW, LCSW
Licensed in Georgia
LCSW, licence CSW006288
Licensed in Massachusetts
LICSW, licence 1023692
Licensed in New York
LCSW, licence 080286
NPI
1477698538
Experience
20 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

These details come from information Patricia supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Client-centered approach
  • Mindfulness practices
  • Practical coping skills

About Patricia

Patricia (Trisha) Blackburn is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 20 years of professional experience. She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting concerns, and depression. Trisha often focuses on practical ways to manage overwhelm and get through difficult days.

She uses a client-centered approach that treats the person as the expert on their own life. Conversations in sessions are grounded and straightforward. The therapist listens for what is most important and works with each person to set realistic next steps.

Mindfulness is another thread in her work. She teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity. Those methods are used alongside discussion about real-world problems like sleep, eating, and day-to-day coping.

Trisha has supported people facing a wide range of challenges over two decades. These include relationship and communication problems, addictions, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and caregiver stress. She also has experience with aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and issues linked to money and work.

Her style is direct and practical. Sessions focus on what people can do between meetings. The goal is to build manageable habits and clearer decisions that fit into busy lives.

BHow sessions work

How her approaches translate to online sessions

Patricia uses client-centered work to focus on each person's concerns and goals. That means time in a session is spent listening, clarifying what matters most, and agreeing on small steps to try between meetings. This approach helps with stress, parenting questions, grief, and depression.

She also uses mindfulness practices to teach short attention and breathing exercises. These are simple tools people can practice on their own to reduce reactivity, improve sleep routines, and handle moments of anxiety or cravings.

Finding the right method is part of the process. Trisha will collaborate with each person to decide which mix of conversation and mindfulness fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts work over time based on what helps most.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Many people find remote work helps them keep momentum and use new skills in daily life.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Georgia, Massachusetts, New York

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting concerns, depression, and related issues such as trauma, addictions, sleep and eating problems, and ADHD.

What is her therapy style like?

Her approach is client-centered and practical, focusing on the person's strengths and on actionable steps. Mindfulness techniques are also used to help manage reactivity and focus.

How much experience does she have?

She has 20 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns across different settings.

Is she licensed to practice in New York?

Yes. She holds MA LICSW and is licensed in New York as an LCSW.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.

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