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Patricia Pulliam

Therapist
19 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi there! My name is Patricia Pulliam and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois (LCSW). I have over 30 years of experience in the mental health profession. I specialize in supporting adults, including seniors, as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and medication management. My approach is collaborative, strength-based, and culturally responsive. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment where clients can gain insight, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful, lasting change

My approach to therapy

I offer evidenced-based therapy tailored to each individuals' needs. My practice includes Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), including specialized CBT for geriatric clients, strength skills development, mindfulness therapy and support for substance abuse and use issues. My work is informed by your goals, values and lived experiences, ensuring a personalized approach to mental health care.

What you can expect from me

Assessment of clients' requests and needs, with a focus on collaboratively identifying and implementing strategies to achieve their mental health goals. Emphasizing a professional, partnership-based approach throughout the therapeutic processes to meet such needs and request. The importance of collaboration in meeting the goal of mental health treatment.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Open Minded, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    19 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Aurora University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Stress management, End of life care, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English