Brighter Side Counseling is led by Patricia, a compassionate and skilled Marriage and Family Therapist with credentials in MEd and LMFTA, specializing in serving preteens, teens, and adults. Patricia deeply understands the importance of navigating life's challenges. For tweens, she recognizes the desire to be liked and to fit in socially and academically. For adolescents, she acknowledges the intensity of expectations coming from various directions, leading to real stress. Adults often juggle numerous concerns including work pressures, financial challenges, relationship dynamics, mental health issues like depression and anxiety, or navigating significant life transitions. With a diverse background in various settings such as schools and outpatient services, Patricia provides a supportive environment where individuals can explore their thoughts and feelings. Her counseling specialties include anxiety, relationship issues, PTSD, domestic violence, parenting skills, and financial budgeting coaching. Patricia is dedicated to helping tweens and adolescents untangle their social and emotional hurdles, while also guiding adults through current and historical challenges. Her goal is to empower healing by thoughtfully combining therapeutic techniques with real-life experiences, celebrating positive outcomes as significant wins. Together, clients and Patricia develop strategies that work for their unique journeys.