Patsy Thayieng | LCSW-C

Specializing in Individuals and Children/Adolescents Utilizing CBT and Somatic Techniques

Meet Patsy, a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. Her approach to therapy is holistic, trauma-informed, and person-centered. Patsy collaborates closely with clients on their healing journeys, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to affirm truth and challenge negative thought patterns. She also incorporates somatic and art therapy techniques to enrich the therapeutic process.

As a first-generation Hmong American woman, Patsy brings a deep sensitivity to the unique challenges faced by immigrant, indigenous, and refugee communities. She is attuned to the cross-cultural, ecological, systemic, and intergenerational factors that impact individual and collective well-being.

In addition to her work with multicultural populations, Patsy is especially passionate about supporting queer and LGBTQ youth. She creates a therapeutic space that fosters resilience, empowerment, and a sense of comfort. Her work is grounded in social justice, and her core values are rooted in solidarity and compassion.

Background

Patsy earned her Bachelor of Social Work from Augsburg University and her Master of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago.

A few fun facts about her: she has been a concert photographer for nearly a decade, her background in sports led her to compete as an NCAA diver, and she enjoys sewing, embroidering, and crafting in her free time.

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Rates

$165 per Individual 50-minute Session