Patrick Elzey, LCSW
Warm, tailored support for life’s toughest challenges
- Anxiety and mood support
- Skills for coping
- Career and life transitions
About Patrick Elzey
Patrick Elzey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Indiana who has spent more than two decades working in the mental health field. He supports adults navigating concerns such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, trauma, psychosis, mood disorders, anger, substance use, adjustment stress, parenting challenges, career goals, and ADHD-related difficulties.
His style is warm, engaged, and collaborative, with an emphasis on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Patrick aims to shape therapy around each person’s needs and values while avoiding judgment or stigma. He draws from a wide range of evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Activation, mindfulness-based approaches, problem-solving and task-centered strategies, strengths-based work, rational-emotive techniques, person-centered therapy, and existential and Gestalt perspectives. He also incorporates approaches such as Prolonged Exposure Therapy when appropriate.
Patrick recognizes that choosing to seek support can take real courage. He focuses on helping clients build practical tools, strengthen resilience, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful and workable. He holds an MSW and LCSW credentials, reflecting graduate-level training in social work and licensure for clinical practice.
His style is warm, engaged, and collaborative, with an emphasis on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Patrick aims to shape therapy around each person’s needs and values while avoiding judgment or stigma. He draws from a wide range of evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Activation, mindfulness-based approaches, problem-solving and task-centered strategies, strengths-based work, rational-emotive techniques, person-centered therapy, and existential and Gestalt perspectives. He also incorporates approaches such as Prolonged Exposure Therapy when appropriate.
Patrick recognizes that choosing to seek support can take real courage. He focuses on helping clients build practical tools, strengthen resilience, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful and workable. He holds an MSW and LCSW credentials, reflecting graduate-level training in social work and licensure for clinical practice.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Patrick Elzey have?
Patrick Elzey has 15 years of experience providing therapy and mental health support.
Is Patrick Elzey a licensed therapist?
Yes. Patrick Elzey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). His license is IN LCSW 34008580A.
In which languages does Patrick Elzey provide therapy?
Patrick Elzey provides therapy in English.
Where is Patrick Elzey located?
Patrick Elzey is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Patrick Elzey as my therapist?
You can work with Patrick Elzey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Patrick Elzey work with international clients?
No. Patrick Elzey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Patrick Elzey cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.
Evidence-Informed Therapy, Made Accessible Online
Patrick Elzey, LCSW, integrates practical, skills-based approaches that can translate well to online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and practicing new responses, which many people find useful for concerns like anxiety, depression, stress, and day-to-day coping challenges.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured tools for managing intense emotions, improving communication, and reducing impulsive reactions. It can be especially helpful when clients want concrete strategies for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and relationship effectiveness.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) blends mindfulness and values-based action. Rather than fighting every difficult feeling, ACT helps clients build psychological flexibility and make choices that align with what matters most, even during uncertain seasons or major life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Patrick collaborates with each client to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that feel realistic and supportive, adjusting as needs change over time.
Online therapy also offers flexibility. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into busy schedules and continue care from wherever they are in Indiana.