Dr. Patricia Bell, LMHC
Experienced LMHC guiding growth and connection
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- Trauma and addictions
About Dr. Patricia Bell
Dr. Patricia Bell, LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), brings 15 years of professional experience helping individuals and families navigate complex emotional and relational challenges. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and grief, as well as relationship and family concerns including intimacy, parenting, blended family issues, and communication problems. Her practice also addresses issues such as self-esteem, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, eating concerns, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. Dr. Bell is experienced with additional focus areas that include attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and other personality or control-related concerns.
Her clinical work is informed by an integrative approach that draws on several evidence-based methods, with foundational training in cognitive approaches that examine and reshape unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She also incorporates strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy as appropriate to each client’s needs. Dr. Bell has provided care across the lifespan, working with younger clients through older adults, and emphasizes practical tools to help clients meet their goals.
Clients can expect a collaborative process in which Dr. Bell helps identify priorities, develop coping skills, and create actionable plans for change. She is based in Florida and is accepting new clients, including international clients, for remote services and a variety of session formats.
Her clinical work is informed by an integrative approach that draws on several evidence-based methods, with foundational training in cognitive approaches that examine and reshape unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She also incorporates strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy as appropriate to each client’s needs. Dr. Bell has provided care across the lifespan, working with younger clients through older adults, and emphasizes practical tools to help clients meet their goals.
Clients can expect a collaborative process in which Dr. Bell helps identify priorities, develop coping skills, and create actionable plans for change. She is based in Florida and is accepting new clients, including international clients, for remote services and a variety of session formats.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Patricia Bell have?
Dr. Patricia Bell has 15 years of clinical experience in counseling and psychotherapy.
Is Dr. Patricia Bell a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license details are FL LMHC MH17390.
In which languages does Dr. Patricia Bell provide therapy?
Dr. Patricia Bell provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Patricia Bell located?
Dr. Patricia Bell is located in Florida.
How can I work with Dr. Patricia Bell as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Patricia Bell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Patricia Bell work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Bell works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Patricia Bell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Dr. Patricia Bell draws on several complementary approaches to help clients meet their goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values, accept difficult feelings, and commit to meaningful actions - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and adapting to life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns in relationships and family connections to address issues like intimacy, abandonment, and communication problems by strengthening secure bonds and emotional regulation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical skills to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and unhelpful behavior patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Bell works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts strategies over time so therapy aligns with what is most helpful for the individual.
Online therapy with Dr. Bell is offered through flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around daily life, maintain continuity of care during transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations while preserving the therapeutic relationship and focus on meaningful progress.