- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
About Patricia
Patricia Hanson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Minnesota with 19 years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, parenting concerns, and anger. Patricia uses straightforward, practical conversation to help people manage overwhelming feelings and everyday problems.
Patricia frames sessions around clear goals and doable steps. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and test different ways of responding. Sessions often include talking through recent situations, practicing new responses, and planning small changes to try between meetings.
Her work includes support for people coping with trauma and abuse, depression, compassion fatigue, and life transitions. She pays attention to how stress shows up in daily life and helps people develop coping strategies they can use right away. Patricia also addresses family and relationship patterns that contribute to ongoing anger or resentment.
She keeps language plain and practical in sessions. Clients can expect a focus on what is happening now, what can be changed, and simple tools to try out in real situations. Patricia aims to make progress through steady practice and by measuring what helps.
People who prefer clear structure and actionable techniques may find this approach useful. If someone wants to handle anger that flares at home or work, Patricia’s blend of CBT and focused discussion is intended to help them build different habits over time.
How Patricia uses CBT and focused work in online sessions
CBT is about connecting thoughts, feelings, and actions. Patricia helps clients notice patterns that lead to anger, test different ways of thinking about situations, and try new behaviors in daily life. This approach is useful for stress, anxiety, and repeated anger responses that feel automatic.When work involves trauma or grief she focuses on manageable steps rather than large shifts at once. That can mean breaking problems into smaller tasks, practicing a coping skill in-session, and planning what to try before the next meeting. The emphasis is on clear techniques you can use between sessions to reduce reactivity and improve problem solving.
Deciding which approach fits is a collaborative process. Patricia will discuss goals, preferences, and past attempts, then suggest strategies to try together. If an approach needs adjustment, she will change the focus based on what is working and what is not.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work often helps people fit therapy into busy schedules, makes it easier to follow up between sessions, and allows shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits can make it simpler to practice new responses to anger in everyday situations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with adults on anger tied to relationships, parenting stress, workplace frustration, and ongoing resentment.
What style of therapy does she use?
Patricia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focused on changing thoughts and behaviors that fuel anger and stress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 19 years of professional experience working with stress, trauma, grief, and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LMFT licensed in Minnesota and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.