Hi there! I am Brazilian and I graduated in Psychology almost 20 years ago - do not do the Math! =) I have been living in the USA since 2014 and I obtained my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2018. I specialized in working with LGBTQIA+ folk, most specifically transgender and non-binary (go They/Them!). Since then, I have expanded my practice and have enjoyed working with folk navigating grief, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and other various mental health symptoms. I provide therapy in 3 languages: English, Portuguese and Spanish. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional and also a Trauma specialist. *** I unfortunately do not work with couples, so if you are seeking couples counseling, I am not a good fit. - I will be out of office from May 1st-May12th. If you'd like to work with me and do not mind the wait, please copy and paste this link on your browser: https://growtherapy.com/book-appointment?id=16083&utm_source=provider-sourced&utm_medium=booking-link&utm_campaign=provider-dashboard
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first time meeting, I like to do a "meet and greet" to see if we are a good fit; I'll share some of my background and experience and learn about you and some of the challenges that bring you to therapy. After that, we'll work together on a treatment plan with achievable goals so that you can improve symptoms you might be experiencing and have a better quality of life.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I specialize in grief and trauma. I'm trans knowledgeable and have broad experience working with clients who identify as migrants, LGBTQIA+, Poly/Kink.
About Paula Schoenau, NCC, LPC, CGP, CCTP
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Gender-affirming therapy
Grief Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
On average, UnitedHealthcare Shared Services clients pay $0-$60
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