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- Substance use treatment
- Clinical hypnotherapy
- Reiki for relaxation
About Patrick
LPCC in Minnesota with 21 years of experience, Patrick Perry focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and coping with life changes. He brings long experience working in chemical dependency treatment centers and in private practice in the Twin Cities since 2011.
Patrick spent much of his career in substance use treatment and continues to work with people affected by chemical dependency. He also spent eight years with the Pride Institute and has focused on LGBTQIA concerns in his private work. He identifies as a trans man and has written letters for trans-identified clients for over a decade.
His practice includes clinical hypnotherapy, which he has used since 2005 to help people process trauma and reduce its daily impact. He describes using metaphors and guided visualization to help clients imagine change and to make shifts more quickly. He also integrates Reiki as an option for relaxation, pain management and as an alternative adjunct to talk work.
Sessions aim to reduce the obstacles that past events create so clients can address other problems in their lives. Patrick has worked with both adolescent and adult clients over the years. He frames work in straightforward terms and focuses on practical strategies that can be used between sessions.
People who contact him can expect a clinician with long experience in addiction and LGBT-related care, a willingness to use hypnotherapy when appropriate, and the option of Reiki for those interested. He practices in Minnesota and provides services in English.
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How therapeutic techniques translate to remote work
Patrick uses clinical hypnotherapy and elements drawn from his addiction work in sessions. Clinical hypnotherapy involves guided visualization and metaphor to help people process trauma and imagine changes in behavior; it can help with anxiety, trauma responses, and barriers rooted in past events. His addiction-focused methods center on practical strategies for managing cravings, relapse prevention, and reducing the day-to-day effects of substance use history.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to clarify goals, try methods that fit their preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is made. The aim is to find the techniques that feel useful and manageable for the person's life and needs.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Others prefer in-person work for hands-on modalities; check what is offered and choose the format that best fits daily routines and the type of work desired.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as guilt and shame, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and social anxiety.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, direct techniques and integrates clinical hypnotherapy and Reiki when appropriate. The focus is on reducing barriers from past events so clients can work on current problems.
How long has he practiced?
He has 21 years of experience as a mental health therapist, with much of that time in chemical dependence treatment and private practice in the Twin Cities since 2011.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in Minnesota and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether in-person or remote visits are offered.
How much do sessions cost and how does billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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