- Grief and loss
- Crisis intervention
- Family of origin
About Patricia
Patricia (Pat) La Plante is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado with 31 years of clinical experience. She focuses on grief and loss, trauma, crisis intervention, and a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, and caregiver stress. Pat has worked in hospitals, private practice, and several agencies, bringing long-term practice experience to each client interaction.
Pat’s background includes work in mobile crisis units and shelters, and time supporting people after hurricanes, mass shootings, corporate downsizings, and other disasters. She has experience working with people facing end-of-life issues and those caring for the dying. This practical background informs how she talks with people about grief, trauma, and sudden change.
Her academic training includes a BA in Communications from Virginia Tech, an MA in Counseling, and an MA in Spiritual Formation. A minor in nutrition has informed her work with people who have eating concerns. She blends life experience and formal study when approaching complex problems.
In sessions Pat describes her role as a guide, mentor, and encourager. She helps people look at how patterns began and what keeps them going now. That includes family of origin issues where early roles and expectations still shape daily life.
Her work is straightforward and practical. She listens, reflects, and offers ways to test different responses to stress, anger, or grief. Clients can expect a focus on what’s happening now and on steps they can try between sessions.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the person says, helping them find their own solutions and clarify goals. It’s useful for people who want reflective, respectful conversation about family patterns and grief.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and tests small changes to see if they shift how someone feels. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress where practical skills and experiments between sessions can make a difference.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Pat collaborates with each person to decide what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She will adjust methods as progress and challenges become clearer.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people choose audio-only conversations when bandwidth or camera use is an issue. These practical benefits help therapy fit into everyday life without promising a particular service.
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Experience
31+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style?
Pat uses a direct, conversational approach that focuses on understanding patterns and testing practical responses to problems between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 31 years of experience working in hospitals, private practice, and crisis agencies.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Colorado and practices from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients as noted in her profile.
What formats are used for sessions?
The biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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