Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and accepts 40 insurances. Specializes in Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression and 7 more.
Paula Srock
(she/they)
Hi, I’m Paula Srock, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I have had the privilege of working with individuals, families, and couples, helping them navigate life’s challenges and strengthen their emotional well-being. My clinical approach is grounded in Structural Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Informed Care. These frameworks allow me to explore how the environments we grew up in shape our views of ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. I am passionate about supporting my clients on their journey toward healing and peace. My goal is to help individuals accept their past without allowing it to define their future—empowering them to live more fulfilling and authentic lives.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Your therapy sessions will be centered around you—your experiences, your goals, and your pace. In our first session, we’ll get to know each other and begin building trust. We'll explore what brings you to therapy, discuss your hopes and concerns, and start identifying goals together. In ongoing sessions, you can expect a warm, collaborative environment where we work together to unpack thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Depending on your needs, sessions may include reflection, skill-building (like coping strategies or communication tools), and processing deeper experiences. I may integrate approaches like CBT, mindfulness, or trauma-informed care, always adjusting to what feels most helpful for you. Therapy is a space for growth, healing, and discovery—and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I provide a warm, comfortable, and safe space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. My greatest strengths lie in building genuine connections, offering compassionate support, and helping clients develop the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges. I’m deeply empathetic, a strong listener, and passionate about helping people shift their perspectives and break free from old patterns that no longer serve them. Together, we’ll work to foster self-awareness, resilience, and personal growth—at your pace, in your way.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work with adults, couples, and families who are ready to examine the beliefs they hold about themselves—and how those beliefs have shaped their relationships, behaviors, and emotional well-being. My clients are often navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, or trauma, and are seeking a path toward deeper understanding, emotional healing, and meaningful change. Together, we explore the personal narratives that have been formed through life experiences, many of which may no longer serve them. Through our work, clients learn to rewrite these narratives with intention and purpose, cultivating healthier relationships—with themselves and with others—and stepping into lives that feel more connected, empowered, and fulfilling.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Other specialties
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
I identify as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Pennsylvania
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $105 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Geisinger - Commercial
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Amerihealth
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
UPMC Health Plan
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based psychotherapeutic approach that focuses on identifying, understanding, and modifying maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors. In my practice, I utilize CBT to help clients develop healthier thinking patterns, regulate emotional responses, and adopt effective coping strategies for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, and adjustment issues. Sessions typically include reviewing current challenges, examining core beliefs, and practicing new skills in real-time and between sessions. My CBT approach is always tailored to the individual needs of the client, and I integrate elements of compassion, mindfulness, and cultural sensitivity to ensure a safe, respectful, and effective therapeutic relationship.
Trauma Informed Care
I practice from a Trauma-Informed Care perspective, which means I approach therapy with a deep understanding of how past trauma—whether acute, chronic, or complex—can impact your emotions, relationships, and overall well-being. In our work together, I emphasize safety, trust, collaboration, empowerment, and choice. I aim to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment.
6 ratings with written reviews
March 14, 2026
Paula is amazing. She listens when listening is necessary, and always has a response when a response is needed. She takes the time to break things down, and makes you realize things about yourself you may have not before. A very warm and comfortable presence.
Verified client, age 25-34
December 29, 2025
Paula is patient and kind. She allows you ample time to process through your problems and then consider new ideas and suggestions. There are no judgements cast onto your struggles or past. Her approach allows the process of encountering your personal struggles to unfold naturally into a path or direction of positive healing. I would definitely recommend her to anyone struggling with anxiety and depression or family related difficulties.
Verified client, age 35-44
December 3, 2025
Paula was amazing. Her space-holding was masterful, her guidance was targeted and relevant, and her ability to hold both mine and my husband's perspectives ensured that we always felt seen and supported. Our marriage is stronger than it's ever been, and I'm confident that we can weather any storm because of the tools Paula gave us. Stop searching and book a session with Paula--you will not regret it!