About Dr. Patricia Velkoff

A woman with gray hair wearing a white blouse and black pants standing outdoors in a field with tall, brown grasses.

Knowledgeable. Experienced. Pragmatic.

For more than 25 years, Dr. Velkoff has brought the breadth and depth of her training and experience to working with a wide range of individuals, couples, and families from diverse circumstances. She has experience with, and embraces working with, patients of all identities regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background.

Whether you're facing relationship challenges, the complexities of parenting, tough personal decisions, or a difficult life transition, Dr. Velkoff may be able to provide new perspectives and constructive guidance.

Bachelor of Arts
University of California, Santa Cruz
English & French Literatures
Master of Arts
Indiana University
English Literature
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Counseling Psychology
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Educational Psychology
Advanced Clinical Training
Philadelphia Child Guidance Clinic
Structural Family Therapy

Helping Clients Through Every Stage of Life

Every stage of life brings new opportunities, responsibilities, and challenges. Throughout her career, Dr. Velkoff has worked with clients across the lifespan, helping them develop healthier relationships, stronger communication skills, greater emotional resilience, and renewed confidence.

Children & Adolescents

Supporting emotional growth, confidence, resilience, behavioral challenges, school concerns, anxiety, motivation, and healthy development.
Adults

Helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, work stress, life transitions, grief, relationships, self-esteem, and finding greater fulfillment.
Couples & Families

Strengthening communication, improving relationships, resolving conflict, supporting parenting, and helping families work together through life's changing seasons.