Licensed clinical social worker recordNew Jersey
Patrick O'Hara, LCSW
New Jersey
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and grief
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New Jersey
- LCSW, licence 44SC05477700
- NPI
- 1699051292
- Experience
- 31 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New Jersey
These details come from information Patrick 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
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Workplace issues
About Patrick
Patrick O'Hara is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New Jersey with 31 years of professional experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. He also focuses on caregiver stress, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, men's issues, midlife concerns, mood difficulties, self-love, social anxiety, phobia, and workplace issues.
Patrick works in straightforward, practical language. Sessions typically involve talking through what feels most urgent, identifying patterns that make things harder, and trying small changes that can reduce daily strain. He adjusts the conversation to match each person's pace and priorities rather than following a one-size-fits-all script.
Over three decades of practice have given him experience with many common life transitions and emotional setbacks. He draws on methods known to help with mood and anxiety problems and applies them in concrete ways that fit everyday life. People who want a direct approach that focuses on problems they face day to day often find this useful.
Patrick supports people who are dealing with loss and grief, or who are feeling stuck in work or personal roles. He pays attention to the social stresses that make symptoms worse, such as isolation or workplace conflict. The aim is to reduce immediate distress and build clearer ways to handle similar situations in the future.
If you choose to begin care, the first step is completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling an initial session. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time, and international clients are accepted.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Patrick works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on reducing distress and changing unhelpful patterns. One common approach is behavioral work that looks at day-to-day habits and tries small, practical changes to improve mood and reduce anxiety. This can help with low motivation, social anxiety, and workplace stress.Another helpful method is working through loss and grief with clear steps to process feelings and rebuild daily routines. That approach supports people struggling to regain functioning after a significant loss or life change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate with the client to pick methods that match goals, preferences, and what is realistic in everyday life. This is a step-by-step process rather than a one-time decision.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking since the biography does not list particular formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when time is limited. Talk with the therapist about how to schedule sessions so they fit with work, caregiving, or other routine demands.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
31+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people coping with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, guilt and shame, loneliness, men's issues, midlife concerns, mood disorders, social anxiety, and workplace issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and plainspoken, centering on what is causing the most difficulty. He talks through patterns, suggests small changes, and adjusts the plan to match each person's needs.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 31 years of professional experience working with people on stress, mood, and life transition concerns.
Is he a licensed clinician and where is he based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New Jersey and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any time zone or licensing questions before booking a session.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.
What are the steps to begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers