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Patrice LaGrand, LMSW

  • Experience5 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Relationship, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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About Patrice

Patrice LaGrand is a licensed LMSW practicing in Michigan with five years of clinical experience. She focuses on supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem and career-related challenges, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

Her work also addresses a wide range of related issues including caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, aging and geriatric concerns, family of origin and family problems, grief over life changes, and postpartum depression. Patrice practices from a collaborative, strengths-based perspective that centers the client's knowledge of their own life.

She uses evidence-informed methods to help clients build motivation, clarify values, and develop practical coping strategies while exploring patterns that get in the way of wellbeing. Clients can expect an empathetic, empowering approach that emphasizes personal agency and gradual progress toward goals.

Patrice offers sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and preferences.

How therapeutic approaches guide online care

Patrice blends Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients explore inner patterns and live in alignment with their values. IFS offers a way to notice and dialogue with different internal parts that influence feelings and behavior, which can be useful for relationship, self-esteem, and anxiety work. ACT focuses on identifying personal values and building psychological flexibility through acceptance and committed action, supporting clients facing stress, life changes, and career decisions.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Patrice partners with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors techniques drawn from IFS, ACT, CBT, or motivational interviewing as appropriate. This flexible planning allows clients to try strategies and adjust the focus based on what feels most helpful.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer practical benefits for people managing busy schedules, mobility constraints, or caregiving responsibilities. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access therapy from home or work while still working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patrice commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, career concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, aging issues, family problems, and postpartum depression.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her style is collaborative and strengths-based, blending client-centered principles with structured approaches like CBT and ACT to help clients clarify values and build coping skills. Internal Family Systems is also part of her toolkit for exploring internal parts and patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She holds five years of professional experience working with diverse presenting concerns in Michigan.
What credentials and location should I know about?
Patrice is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with the license identifier MI LMSW 6801110333.
Does she work in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for therapy with her?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessHoardingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English