Patrick Elzey, LCSW
Gentle, story-focused support for life changes
Details
| Name | Patrick Elzey |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Indiana |
| Licensed in | Indiana |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 15 |
About Patrick
Patrick Elzey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Indiana with 15 years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people who feel stuck by offering steady, respectful support. Patrick aims to create a calm, interactive space where people can talk about difficult feelings and life changes.
He uses Narrative therapy to help people reframe the stories they tell about themselves. He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and client-centered methods to keep work practical and person-focused.
Background and approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools appear when needed for skills and coping. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. Patrick helps people name problems, test small changes, and track what works.
He keeps language simple and focuses on actions people can try between meetings. His areas of concern include stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He also pays attention to issues like body image, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, and aging-related concerns.
Patrick offers multiple online formats so people can choose what fits their life. He works collaboratively to shape therapy around each person’s priorities and circumstances.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career difficulties among the things Patrick works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trichotillomania
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Existential Therapy: Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Patrick among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Patrick directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Patrick directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How specific approaches translate to online care
Patrick often uses Narrative therapy to help people notice the stories they tell about themselves and try alternative, more helpful ways of understanding their lives. This approach can be useful for identity questions, transitions, and recurring patterns.He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on clarifying values and taking meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. ACT can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes by teaching practical ways to live toward chosen goals.
Client-centered techniques shape how sessions feel: the therapist listens carefully, reflects what matters, and adjusts pace to each person. That tone helps people feel heard while they try concrete steps between meetings.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Patrick collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. He adjusts strategies over time based on what helps most.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging let people share updates between meetings and suit those who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep momentum between visits.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does Patrick address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He also works on related issues like body image, caregiver stress, and blended family matters.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Patrick uses a warm, respectful, and interactive style. He focuses on practical steps, listening closely, and helping people try changes between sessions.
What is his background in the field?
He has 15 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. That experience includes work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where does Patrick practice and what are his credentials?
He is based in Indiana and holds the LCSW credential. The LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not accepted at this time.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so people can pick the format that fits their schedule and needs.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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