Patrick Smith, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Patrick is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Patrick is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
More about Patrick
- 16 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
Welcome! I’m glad you’ve decided to take the first step toward seeking support. Life can be challenging, and we all face times when our usual ways of coping feel overwhelmed. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, substance use, anger, relationship issues, trauma, family challenges, and life transitions. My approach is primarily solution-focused, centered on your goals, and aimed at helping you deepen self-understanding and develop effective coping skills to support your growth and well-being.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Independence Blue Cross
Treatment Approaches
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Patrick Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255696787.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC005736 · Renews February 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Patrick Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Patrick Smith works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Patrick Smith speak?
Patrick Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Patrick Smith have?
Patrick Smith has 16 years of experience.
Where is Patrick Smith licensed to practice?
Patrick Smith is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Patrick Smith accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Patrick Smith accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Patrick Smith accept insurance?
Yes, Patrick Smith accepts Centivo, Cigna, and Independence Blue Cross.
Does Patrick Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Patrick Smith does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Patrick Smith offer?
Patrick Smith offers clients Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Patrick Smith?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.