- Men's emotional work
- Communication skills
- Workplace stress
About Frank
Frank Patin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado with nine years of clinical experience. He works with people who deal with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues. He also supports concerns such as communication problems, workplace stress, and feelings of isolation.
Frank describes himself as an older man with a broad range of interests and life experience. He prefers direct conversations where people can name what they feel and what gets in the way of living as they want. He has a particular interest in helping men notice and work through emotions they may avoid or push down.
His background includes counseling adolescents and working with women, and he draws on that experience when addressing issues like divorce, separation, and midlife transitions. Sessions focus on concrete skills and on talking through patterns that repeat in relationships and work life. Practical techniques are used to manage strong emotions and to reduce impulsive reactions.
Frank pays attention to problems that often sit with anger, such as guilt, shame, unresolved grudges, and trouble forgiving. He also helps people who struggle with obsessions, compulsions, social anxiety, and post-traumatic stress to find clearer ways of coping.
People who work with him can expect straightforward conversation, some direct feedback, and an emphasis on making changes that fit daily life. To begin, prospective clients follow the site's match and scheduling steps to set up a first session.
Approaches that help manage strong emotions online
Frank uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills work and emotional recognition. One common approach is behavioral skill building, which teaches concrete strategies to reduce reactivity and manage stress in daily life. This helps with workplace pressure, impulsive reactions, and lowering the immediate intensity of anger.Another core method is emotion-focused conversation, which centers on noticing and naming feelings that are often pushed away. This type of work supports people who struggle to express anger or to tolerate vulnerability in relationships. It can make it easier to talk about resentment, guilt, and forgiveness without escalating.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. The therapist will review your goals, past efforts, and current stressors, then suggest practical techniques to try. This is a collaborative process and methods can be adjusted as needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make fitting therapy into a busy schedule easier, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find remote work helps them practice skills in real life between sessions and keeps progress connected to day-to-day situations.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues. He also addresses communication problems, workplace difficulties, and feelings of isolation.
What is his therapeutic style?
He favors direct conversation and practical techniques that help people notice emotions and change unhelpful patterns. Sessions include talking through reactions and learning concrete skills to manage strong feelings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience as a counselor working with a range of concerns, including work with adolescents and women noted in his background.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Colorado.
Can I see him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.