- Collaborative approach
- English and Portuguese
- LMHC in Florida
About Patrick
Patrick Gribel is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who works with adults facing anxiety, depression, burnout, and difficult life transitions. He greets questions about identity, culture, faith, and meaning and provides therapy in English and Portuguese. Patrick writes plainly and listens closely to what matters most right now.
His way of working is warm and collaborative. Sessions move at a thoughtful pace and focus on the present problem while tracing patterns that keep it repeating. He helps people notice recurring roles, self-criticism, and expectations learned in early relationships.
Patrick blends attachment-based ideas with humanistic and existential perspectives. That means he attends to feelings about connection and belonging while also asking what gives life meaning. He encourages reflection and curiosity rather than quick fixes.
Practical skills are part of the work when they help day-to-day coping. Patrick may use strategies from cognitive behavioral and acceptance-based approaches to manage stress and overwhelm. The emphasis is on small changes that fit a person’s life and values.
People who prefer an unhurried, attentive approach tend to find his style helpful. He aims to create a respectful space where someone can better understand repeating patterns, feel steadier, and take steps toward lasting change. Starting therapy does not require having all the answers first.
Approaches that translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and to take actions that match their values; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people build new ways of relating when old strategies cause pain. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and supporting the person’s own capacity for change, offering steady support while a person finds their direction.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to a person's needs, goals, and what feels most comfortable. That means trying different techniques together and adjusting over time until the fit feels right.
Session format details were not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, it can reduce travel time, allow a shorter check-in during a work break, or remove the need to be on camera if that helps someone stay focused. Licensed professionals can still use ACT, attachment ideas, and client-centered listening effectively through remote sessions, helping clients build skills and clarity without changing the core therapeutic work.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
He works with adults around anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma, codependency, ADHD, and related issues.
What is the general therapy style and approach?
Sessions are warm, collaborative, and depth-oriented, balancing present-focused strategies with curiosity about deeper patterns from earlier relationships.
How many years of clinical experience are represented?
Patrick has four years of experience as a practicing clinician in mental health care.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and practices out of Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Therapy is offered in English and Portuguese for those who prefer either language.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted for his practice.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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