Thomas Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
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2 Endorsed
614 Billy Sunday Road, Suite 100, Ames, IA 50010
Let's Connect (515) 585-1339
I often think of my role as one who guides clients through their experience of being 'lost in the woods' of their psychological space. Symptoms of being lost in this way are various sorts of anxiety, depression, a sense of meaninglessness, and a feeling of paralysis or just simply being stuck. I help clients minimize their needless suffering, interpret the valuable information the symptoms are presenting, with the ultimate goal of helping them reorient themselves to a more valued, purposeful experience in the world.
I work largely from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy perspective as I have found this to be an effective approach for most people. I focus on identifying the distress-amplifying patterns of behavior and struggles with thoughts and feelings, minimizing these, and replacing with more adaptive and life-affirming patterns.
I also have expertise in treating substance use disorders/addiction, process addictions, and compulsive behaviors of all sorts. Our practice offers access to a broad range of specialty approaches in one location, and we make use of this resource in our commitment to matching clients with the most effective treatment possible.
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Finances
Fees
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
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Thomas Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 007617 Thomas Patterson
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Thomas Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Addiction
- Behavioral Issues
Expertise
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Stress
- Substance Use
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Thomas Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
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Thomas Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Location
Primary Location
Clear Brook Counseling Professionals
614 Billy Sunday Road
Suite 100
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 585-1339Email me
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Thomas Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Last Modified: 27 Jun 2020