Renee Fitzpatrick (she/her)

Feminist

My feminist approach to therapy is grounded in Critical Race theory and Queer theory. Critical Race theory refers to collective critical views of how US macrosystems are inherently racist; Critical Race theory rejects colorblindness and political neutrality and prioritizes dismantling white supremacy. Queer theory focuses on unlearning conditioned beliefs and reimagining identity, wellness versus sickness, psychopathology, gender and sexuality.

Relational 

My relational approach to therapy is grounded in Relational–Cultural therapy (RCT). RCT is a form of therapy that emphasizes the importance and transformative power of our sense of self and our connection with others. RCT believes that humans naturally grow toward and through connection with others. RCT highlights the role our families, community and society play in forming our identities and beliefs about ourselves.

Mindfulness-based

Mindfulness-based practices give us a chance to focus our attention on the present moment. When we engage in mindfulness, we experience our senses, thoughts, feelings and emotions, physical sensations, and behavior in a curious, compassionate and nonjudgmental way.

Emotionally Focused

Emotionally-Focused therapy (EFT) is a form of therapy that focuses on the value of engaging in emotional experiencing in the present moment. EFT believes that a safe, clarifying and meaningful connective experience has the power to heal and transform our senses of self and intimate relationships.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy that focuses on the relationship between our thoughts, emotions, and actions. CBT can be a powerful tool that helps us to identify and transform potential disempowering beliefs we hold about ourselves and others that may be negatively impacting our quality of life.

Sexual Problems

I work with clients to help them learn about their sexuality and understand it in context to their life. I help clients with concerns: Sexual shame, sexual anxiety, sexual dysfunction, sex and disability, discrepancy of sexual desire, kink/BDSM exploration, infidelity, and sex-positive parenting.

LGBTQ Issues

The 2SLGBTQIA+ community is broad and diverse, including sexually and gender diverse people. I work with clients to help them explore their sexuality, ranging from identity to expression, to transitioning, pod-mapping and accessing affirming healthcare and community services. Additionally, I provide a safe, affirming space for processing and treatment for clients who wish to work on issues unrelated to their 2SLGBTQIA+ identities.

Polyamorous and Open Relationships

Individuals engaging in polyamorous and consensual nonmonogamous (CNM) relationships have been historically marginalized and pathologized in our society to due the halo affect of monogamous couples and nuclear-family values. However, less than 15% of families in the US today look like a nuclear family. I am both poly-knowledgeable and poly-focused in my practice, meaning that I serve clients who may be seeking therapy for polyamory/CNM-related reasons, or simply seeking poly-affirming care.

OCD

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a neurodivergent condition and not inherently a "disorder." However, when untreated and/or heightened symptoms become distressing, OCD can be incredibly disruptive and is considered one of the top ten most disabling mental illnesses. I specializing in treating individuals with OCD and helping them to manage their symptoms. Additionally, I frequently help individuals explore the intersection between OCD and sexuality.