Patricia Steckler

Clinical Psychologist and Writer , Bethesda, Maryland

Patricia Steckler is a clinical psychologist who has been in private practice for more than 35 years in suburban New Jersey. She also has a Master’s degree in science writing and writes for Drizzle.

Written by Patricia Steckler

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Homeless, delusional, and brave, Mrs A taught me a powerful lesson

How a homeless woman with frostbitten feet taught me what it means to stand up for another when the stakes are high

by Patricia Steckler

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What my patient with paranoia taught me about fear and humanity

John was a paranoid patient who sat in my therapy room and scared me – until I realised I was not without paranoia myself

by Patricia Steckler