Licensed to practice in Florida and accepts 1 insurance. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 5 more.
(she/her)
Clients say this provider is
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or unhealthy relationship patterns, you don't have to face it alone. Healing is possible, and together we can help you move toward a calmer, healthier, and more fulfilling life. I'm Paula Arce, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 15 years of experience helping adolescents and adults overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse, codependency, and relationship challenges. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based therapy that helps people process traumatic experiences and reduce emotional distress. My approach is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I work with clients to identify the beliefs, behaviors, and relationship patterns that keep them feeling stuck while building practical skills to manage emotions, strengthen boundaries, and create lasting change. I also provide couples counseling focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection. For clients who desire it, I can incorporate Christian principles into therapy while always respecting each person's beliefs and goals. I believe every person has the capacity to heal and grow. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move from emotional pain toward hope, confidence, and resilience. If you're ready to take the first step, I would be honored to support you on your journey.
Our first session is designed to help you feel comfortable and understood. We'll discuss the challenges that brought you to therapy, review your history, identify your goals, and begin creating a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and pace.
Anxiety Disorders Depression Trauma and PTSD EMDR Therapy Grief and Loss Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Codependency Borderline Personality Features Childhood Trauma Relationship Issues Couples Counseling Life Transitions Stress Management
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and couples who are ready to better understand themselves, heal from past experiences, and create healthier, more fulfilling lives. Many are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, childhood wounds, narcissistic abuse, codependency, or relationship challenges. Others are navigating major life transitions, feeling overwhelmed by stress, or finding it difficult to manage emotions, set healthy boundaries, or break unhelpful patterns. I also enjoy working with couples who want to improve communication, rebuild trust after conflict or betrayal, strengthen their emotional connection, and learn to work together as a team. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply seeking personal growth, therapy provides a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to explore your experiences, develop healthier coping skills, and build resilience. If you're ready to make meaningful changes and invest in your emotional well-being, I'd be honored to help you take the next step.
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Coping Skills
Crisis Intervention
Grief
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Hispanic / Latinx
Woman
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Florida
Ambetter Health
Helps clients explore early experiences and patterns that influence current emotions and behaviors, fostering deeper self-awareness and healing.
Focuses on identifying and reframing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve emotional wellbeing.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based approach that helps individuals process traumatic memories and reduce emotional distress.
23 ratings with written reviews
August 14, 2026
Paula is very warm and caring. She listens without any judgment and gives me the space to talk through things at my own pace. This was my first-ever therapy session, and I honestly didn’t know what to expect, but she made me feel comfortable opening up about some very personal things—my recent breakup, my past marriage, and insecurities I’ve carried around for a long time.
August 12, 2026
Paula made me feel very comfortable and welcomed from the beginning. She was kind, attentive, and truly listened to what I had to say without making me feel judged. I felt heard and understood during my session, and I really appreciated how supportive and open-minded she was. I’m looking forward to trying different approaches and anything that may help me feel better and continue moving forward.
July 21, 2026
Paula is very warm and easy to talk too. She has given me solutions to help me process grief and my relationship issues. Which is helping me be more calm, not feeling depressed or anxious all the time. I'm looking forward to my continued progress.