- Goal focused
- Practical tools
- Respectful support
About Patricia
Patricia "Trish" McMillan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Arizona. She uses practical, short-term approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, grief, and everyday challenges. Trish keeps conversations direct and respectful, and she adapts her style to what each person needs.
Over seven years she has focused on Brief Solution-Focused work and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helping people notice patterns and try different ways of coping. She also draws on Client-Centered and Mindfulness approaches when they fit the situation. Trish aims to make sessions feel collaborative and down-to-earth.
Common concerns she addresses include depression, relationship and communication problems, self-esteem, anger, sleeping issues, career strain, and grief or loss. She also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, cancer-related distress, blended family issues, aging and geriatric matters, and reactions after disasters.
Her way of working emphasizes clear goals and small, achievable steps. Conversations often focus on practical strategies you can use between sessions, and on building habits that reduce distress. Humor and plain language are used when appropriate to keep the work relatable.
Trish believes the first step is often the hardest, and she aims to make that step feel manageable. She works with people who want concrete tools and a respectful, compassionate space to talk through difficult changes.
How these approaches shape online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following your lead, helping you feel heard and respected while you name goals and next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical strategies to change them. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness skills to reduce reactivity and improve focus during stressful moments.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That may mean trying a CBT technique one week and a mindful awareness practice the next, then adjusting based on what helps most.
If you prefer online sessions, confirm current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow brief check-ins when life is hectic. It can also support practicing skills in real-life settings between sessions, which helps transfer what you learn into daily routines.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Trish help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, sleeping difficulties, anger, self-esteem, relationship and communication problems, career strain, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, cancer-related issues, blended family challenges, aging concerns, and disaster-related reactions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses brief, practical approaches that focus on clear goals and steps you can try between sessions. Sessions are collaborative and adapt to your pace and preferences.
How much experience does she have?
Trish has seven years providing brief solution-focused and cognitive behavioral work, within a longer career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in Arizona.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.