Therapist in Midlothian, Virginia Patrycja Cookson, Therapist

Licenses: LRC, NCC

Provider Gender: Female

Ages Served: 18-65+

Appointments: In-office and Telehealth

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Patrycja Cookson, LRC, NCC

Patrycja Cookson brings a wealth of experience and empathy to her role as a therapist at LifeStance Health, serving patients across Virginia. Her journey from Poland to the United States has endowed her with a deep understanding of major life transitions, allowing her to assist clients navigating similar experiences. As a military spouse, Patrycja is particularly attuned to the unique challenges faced by military families. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to master their challenges. Patrycja’s approach is client-centered and mindful, emphasizing collaboration and the use of clinical interventions tailored to each individual's needs and strengths.

Patrycja specializes in addressing anxiety, adjustment disorders, body image issues, and stress management, working with attachment styles and offering a compassionate and expert approach to these common mental health concerns. She is dedicated to helping clients improve their self-esteem and manage trauma, utilizing techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. Her expertise extends to working with women, military personnel, and the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring that her practice is inclusive and supportive of diverse populations. In addition to her core specialties, Patrycja is passionate about treating mood-related disorders and PTSD, focusing on helping clients regain control of their lives and finding a path to healing. Her background in military culture and families, coupled with her bilingual proficiency in Polish, enhances her ability to connect with and support clients from various backgrounds.

Outside of her professional life, Patrycja enjoys reading, meditating, and working out. Additionally, Patrycja finds joy in spending time with her animals, which adds a personal touch to her holistic approach to wellness.

Expertise

Insurances Accepted

Interventions

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness

Populations

First Responders
LGBTQIA+
Men
Military/Veterans
Women

Education

Walden University

Graduate School | 2023

Minneaplolis, MN, United States
Northern Michigan University

Undergraduate | 2017

Marquette, MI, United States