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Patricia Johnson-Haney

Patricia Johnson-Haney

LCSW

Trauma-focused, practical support for recovery

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  • Trauma-focused approach
  • Skills for everyday life
  • Support for addictions

About Patricia

Patricia Johnson-Haney is a licensed clinical social worker in Wisconsin who centers trauma-focused work in her practice. She emphasizes a respectful, client-centered attitude and helps people facing addiction, grief, depression, and the effects of trauma and abuse. Patricia frames the first step toward change as an act of courage and offers steady support through that process.

She sees each person as the expert on their own story and looks for existing strengths to build on. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps, whether the concern is substance use, processing a loss, or managing mood and panic symptoms. Patricia draws on Trauma-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered methods to approach difficult memories and painful reactions.

Patricia also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques and motivational interviewing to help people stay motivated and learn new coping skills. Solution-focused strategies help set short-term targets and create workable plans for daily life. This mix aims to balance processing painful experiences with building practical skills.

With seven years of experience, she brings steady clinical practice in Wisconsin. People can expect straightforward conversation, active problem solving, and a focus on what helps day to day. Patricia supports clients as they try new ways of coping and measure what is working.

She offers sessions in English and asks prospective clients to follow the site's matching steps to begin the intake and scheduling process.

How trauma-focused and skills-based approaches work online

Patricia uses Trauma-Focused Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy as core ways to help people process painful events and move toward healing. Trauma-Focused Therapy helps identify how past events affect present reactions and supports gradual work through difficult memories. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, validation, and meeting a person where they are to build trust and clarify goals.

She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills that people can apply between sessions. These approaches combine exploration of past experiences with practical tools for day-to-day coping. Patricia will work collaboratively to find the best mix based on each person’s needs and goals.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make some skill-practice and homework easier to integrate into daily routines. When ready, use the site matching steps to identify scheduling and format details with the therapist.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing trauma-focused therapy does not mean a therapist holds a specific certification such as TF-CBT, EMDR or CPT.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Wisconsin

Languages

English

Licenses listed

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patricia commonly address?

She works with people facing addictions, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, along with related issues like panic, post-traumatic stress, and caregiver stress.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is client-centered and collaborative, emphasizing trauma-focused work, practical skill building, and goal-oriented techniques to help people move forward.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional experience providing behavioral health support in Wisconsin settings.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Wisconsin.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are session cost and billing handled?

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 get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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