Ms. Short is an experienced licensed clinical social worker who has worked in the field of social work for approximately thirty-eight years and has been in private practice since October 2004. Ms. Short provides individual, family, blended family and co-parenting counseling utilizing a strength-based approach. Ms. Short maintains specialty certifications as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and as a Certified Grief Professional.

After the client completes the intake information, Ms. Short and the client will work collaboratively to establish therapeutic rapport and create treatment goals tailored to the client’s targeted outcomes.

Areas of Expertise: Anxiety, ADHD, Marital Therapy, Depression, Addiction, Family Systems Work, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Divorce Adjustment, ASD Support Therapy, Parenting Education, Grief Work, Blended Family, Co-Parenting, Re-Attachment Therapy, Parent Coordinator.

Ms. Short works in conjunction with the Tulsa Family District court since 2006 and receives court referrals for reconciliation therapy. Reconciliation therapy or Reattachment therapy is a specialized form of therapy designed to reestablish the connection between a parent and a child. Ms. Short has testified as an expert witness in Tulsa, Creek, Mays, Rogers and Ottawa counties. Ms. Short will also accept parent coordinator assignments from the court specifically for families with children under the age of five years old.

Ms. Short graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1984 with a master’s in clinical social work (advanced standing) and is fully licensed in the state of Oklahoma to practice clinical social work since 1987. Ms. Short is also recognized as a Board-Certified Diplomate by the American Board of Clinical Social Work (ABCSW.) Ms. Short is also credentialed by the OSBLSW to provide supervision to candidates seeking licensure in the state. Ms. Short is a certified divorce and family mediator and a diplomate in the American Psychology Academy for Psychotherapy. Ms. Short has completed postgraduate training in Family Systems Theory sponsored by the Georgetown School of Medicine. Ms. Short has served as an assistant clinical professor for the University of Oklahoma’s School of Social Work by overseeing master’s level student’s clinical practicum experience. Ms. Short has recently completed a Master of Legal Studies with a certificate in litigation from Washington University Law School in St. Louis, Missouri.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping each client develop their individual strategy for wellness. When we meet, we’ll spend some time discussing what brought you in as well as what you’ve experienced in your lifetime, your current lifestyle, your values, and what you would like to accomplish during our time together. My approach is best described as “eclectic”, as I will tailor interventions to suit your strengths, goals, and preferences.

Although I have helped people navigate many challenges, my areas of expertise are: Anxiety, ADHD, Relationship Challenges, Depression, Addiction, Family Dysfunction, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Divorce Recovery, History of Brain Trauma, Chronic Health Issues, Loss.

My credentialing includes a Master of Science in Counseling from Oklahoma State in 2008, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Spanish from Houston Baptist University in 1994. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP), and Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH). I have worked as a psychotherapist in inpatient, outpatient, school, and telehealth settings. Early in my career, I worked as a Case Manager with a high-risk population.

My interests and hobbies include: psychology, resiliency/recovery, health, art, yoga, land management, and spending time with my family, friends, and pets.

Currently, I provide therapy services via telehealth to ages 15 and up. My hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Clients from all lifestyles, cultures, and spiritual beliefs are welcome. I look forward to meeting you!

I partner with clients of all ages to assist them in bridging the gap between what life demands of them and what they feel equipped for today.  I have thirty years of experience in play therapy and working with families to empower them to understand and connect with one another in meaningful ways. I enjoy collaborating to help navigate life changes, job related stress and relationship issues.  We will generate healthy responses by drawing on natural strengths and dismantling faulty belief systems that interfere with a positive view of self.  I employ trauma informed approaches and for clients with a biblical worldview, we can use a spiritual approach to heart healing and restoration, if desired. 

I help families navigate transitions, rebuild trust, and strengthen communication. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and attachment-focused therapy, I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and co-parents to create safety, clarity, and lasting connection. In addition to therapy, I provide parenting coordination for families experiencing ongoing conflict or court involvement, helping reduce conflict exposure for children, support parenting plan implementation, and guide parents toward healthier, child-centered co-parenting dynamics.

You may feel parts of you pulling in different directions—one tired, one anxious, one simply wanting peace. IFS therapy helps bring those parts together with compassion and clarity. When you’re ready, I would be honored to help you begin the process of healing, reconnection, and forward movement.

My hours are:
Tuesday 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am – 7:30pm
Thursday 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm.

With over 20 years of experience working in behavioral health offices, Patty manages front office operations for Rebound Mental Health and is instrumental in providing a positive experience for our clients. She is highly efficient in providing client statements, submitting and reconciling insurance claims, and processing problems that arise with insurance. She also helps with scheduling and setting up new clients in our portal. In her free time, Patty enjoys spending time with her family, reading books, and playing and cuddling with her dogs and cats.

Newton is a Yorkshire terrier who was born on September 26, 2017. As an eight-week-old puppy Newton joined the staff at Rebound. The staff at Rebound Mental Health started wondering if a therapy dog would help our families. During a difficult reconciliation case a child requested to bring her dog to help her feel calmer. The staff had a moment and as a result decided to incorporate animal support while providing therapeutic services. During Newton’s tenure at Rebound he has completed puppy class, beginning class, intermediate class, trick class and the Canine Good Citizen class. Newton’s trainer is Amy Vaughn at Spirit Ranch Dog Training, with her constant support and guidance, Newton is a great provider in our office. The one and a half years of training had its moments of great accomplishment and other moments filled with slow progress. But it has all been worth it when we see a client’s face brighten when Newton wags his tail and begs to give a kiss or when Newton curls up in a child’s lap to provide comfort when talking about difficult topics.