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Patrick "Pat" Hogan is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has 13 years of experience in the mental health field...
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Patrick "Pat" Hogan is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Pat works with life transitions, adjustment challenges, end-of-life/grief, dementia and aging, and men’s issues. He has a master's degree in Pastoral Counseling. Pat has decades of experience in spiritual practice, a touchstone for supporting clients in their own lives.
Growth, change, and renewal are central to Pat’s counseling philosophy. He finds that many people are searching for meaning and connection. Pat believes, as Pierre Teilhard de Chardin wrote, that "We are not human beings on a spiritual journey, we are spiritual beings on a human journey,” meaning that each of us has inherent value and worth regardless of our circumstances and that each of us has the capacity for abundance and joy in life.
Pat works with each person’s strengths to focus on practical solutions and effective coping strategies. He recognizes that within each of us is a source of healing, creativity, resilience, and vitality. Pat is known for his caring and involved presence and is ready to assist you in your growth. Whatever you do, remember to keep investing in yourself, in your life, not because everything will go as planned but because your abilities, strengths, and self-confidence will create a more positive and healthful you!
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Internet addiction counseling is a specialized therapeutic approach designed to address and alleviate problematic or compulsive internet usage. It offers individuals a structured and supportive setting to delve into the root causes of their excessive online behaviors, which may encompass activities like social media and gaming.
Internet addiction therapists at Thriveworks in Bethesda, MD collaborate with you to identify and alter thought patterns and behaviors that drive your dependence, often employing cognitive behavioral techniques. The primary objective of this counseling is to assist you in regaining control over your internet use, establishing healthier online habits, and addressing any underlying emotional or psychological issues, ultimately fostering a more balanced relationship with the digital world and enhancing overall well-being.
Thriveworks internet addiction counseling in Bethesda is conducted both in person and virtually through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of internet addiction counseling can differ depending on the person’s particular requirements and the seriousness of their addiction. Typically, this form of counseling includes multiple sessions spanning from several weeks to several months. The precise number of sessions and overall therapy duration are determined through discussions with the counselor.
Do you spend a little too much time watching Netflix or Hulu? Have you become obsessed with gambling online? When you get home from work, do you go straight to your computer to play video games? If you answered yes to any of the above, this might signify a problem with your internet use. While it’s normal in this day and age to spend a significant amount of time online, there is a line that shouldn’t be crossed. If you are suffering as a result of your internet use, in any way, it’s important that you take back control and improve your online habits.
An internet addiction counselor or therapist at Thriveworks Bethesda can help you accomplish this important mission. They understand what constitutes as unhealthy internet habits and they can help you to adjust your online activity to improve your overall health and wellbeing. To get started, all you have to do is call Thriveworks Bethesda at (240) 513-3093. We’ll customize treatment just for you.
To better understand whether your internet use is problematic, consult the following internet addiction symptoms:
The above can result from a variety of problems. However, if you are experiencing these and know that you spend a significant amount of time online, it’s likely that the two relate. Now, once you recognize that you might have a problem, it is time to reach out for help. Here at Thriveworks Bethesda, we have therapists, psychologists, and counselors who have worked with people to develop healthier internet habits. They want to help and they can help you today. All you have to do is call to schedule an appointment.
If you think that your internet use or habits are getting out of control, and you’re in the Bethesda, MD area, consider working with an internet addiction counselor or therapist at Thriveworks Bethesda. We have counselors and therapists who specialize in helping people to develop healthy internet habits. Your Thriveworks Bethesda therapist or psychologist will consider your specific needs and goals before they design your treatment. This will enable them to customize your experience to best help you and your current situation. You can expect them to use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques that will help you correct negative thought patterns and unhealthy behaviors.
If you feel ready to schedule your appointment or you want to hear more about our services, reach out to Thriveworks Bethesda. Give us a call at (240) 513-3093.
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