- Guilt and shame
- Parenting support
- Communication work
About Eric
Eric Patterson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 13 years of clinical experience in Colorado. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship troubles, parenting concerns, and self-esteem difficulties. He also pays attention to communication problems, guilt and shame, and building self-love.
Eric works with teenagers and adults. He focuses on how past and present experiences shape patterns in everyday life. He does not try to fix things for clients. Instead he offers a steady, nonjudgmental setting that makes it possible for people to notice patterns and try new ways of responding.
In sessions Eric talks through what has been happening and what is getting in the way of change. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients gain clarity and develop practical skills. That can mean learning new communication habits, steadying anxious reactions, or practicing different ways of relating to oneself after shame or guilt.
He emphasizes respect for each person’s values and beliefs and works at a pace set by the client. Eric’s role is to guide, teach skills, and reflect back patterns so clients can make changes that fit their lives. He frames therapy as collaborative work rather than giving instructions.
People contact him for help with specific problems like parenting approaches or relationship conflict, or for broader issues such as low self-esteem and lingering shame. Before a first session he asks people to consider what they hope to change and what matters most to them.
How evidence-based approaches shape online sessions
Eric draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on problems such as anxiety, trauma, and relationship patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing repetitive thoughts and behaviors that keep anxiety and low self-esteem alive. This method helps people practice different responses and build clearer habits in day-to-day life.Another approach addresses the effects of trauma and abuse by gently linking past experiences to current reactions. It helps people make sense of how those experiences influence relationships and self-view, and teaches skills to manage intense emotions and reduce reactivity.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Eric treats approach selection as a collaborative process and will discuss options based on a person’s concerns, goals, and preferences. He combines methods that fit the individual rather than using a single fixed model.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when that is useful, and avoid travel time. Many people appreciate being able to schedule sessions around work or parenting responsibilities while still working directly with a licensed professional.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Colorado, Wyoming
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self-esteem problems. He also focuses on communication issues, guilt and shame, and self-love.
How does he approach therapy?
He creates a nonjudgmental setting and helps people notice how past and present experiences shape their patterns. He uses evidence-based techniques and emphasizes collaborative skill-building rather than giving instructions.
What is his clinical experience?
He has 13 years of experience working primarily with teenagers and adults on a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, and relationship problems.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and practices in Colorado holding CO LMFT and WY LMFT credentials.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.