LMFT, 5 years of experience
I am a licensed psychotherapist dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families in navigating life’s challenges. I strive to create a compassionate and welcoming space where you can safely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Whether you are working through anxiety, relationship difficulties, or seeking personal growth, I use evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to help you gain clarity, foster resilience, and move toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling life. In our work together, you can expect a supportive space to explore your experiences and emotions at your own pace. We will focus on setting meaningful goals that reflect your values and fit your life circumstances. Whether you are looking to improve communication, manage stress, or build healthier relationships, each session will offer practical tools and insights you can carry into daily life. My goal is to empower you to make lasting changes, strengthen your resilience, and create a more fulfilling and authentic life. I look forward to supporting you on this journey.
In our first session together, you can expect a welcoming space to share what has brought you to therapy. We’ll talk about your reasons for seeking support, the challenges you’re facing, and what you hope to achieve. I’ll also ask about your background and goals so we can begin shaping a plan that feels right for you. This time is just as much for you to get to know me - ask questions, share your expectations, and see how therapy can best support you - as it is for me to learn about you. Most importantly, the first session is about starting to build a safe, trusting connection where you can feel comfortable being yourself.
At the heart of my work is a commitment to meeting clients where they are. I recognize that everyone comes to therapy with their own story, struggles, and strengths. Rather than pushing you in a direction that doesn’t feel right, I aim to walk alongside you—helping you explore what matters most to you, at a pace that feels safe and authentic. I bring a deep sense of empathy and patience to my work, which helps clients feel comfortable opening up and exploring even the most difficult emotions. My approach is grounded in compassion and understanding, and I strive to create a space where you feel truly heard and supported. By blending evidence-based practices with a person-centered approach, my goal is to foster a therapeutic relationship built on trust, growth, and resilience.
My ideal client is someone seeking support, growth, and clarity -whether they are navigating a life transition, working through relationship challenges, or exploring personal development. I work with individuals and couples facing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, intimacy issues, breakups, divorce, loss, career changes, or feelings of uncertainty about the future. Many clients come to therapy seeking greater connection, healthier relationships, and a deeper sense of self. In our work together, I help clients and couples rebuild self-esteem, strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and create a personalized roadmap toward healing and fulfillment. My role is to provide guidance, encouragement, and a safe, compassionate space where lasting change is possible.
Person-centered therapy is a humanistic approach to psychotherapy that aligns with my belief that everyone has the capacity for self-awareness, self-healing, and personal growth. This approach allows you to discover your own solutions and gain insight into what will help you grow, heal, and overcome challenges. It's all about helping you feel empowered to make choices that feel right for you. Over the years, I’ve seen how creating a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space can transform the therapeutic process. This approach empowers you to find solutions that work best for you.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an approach that helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Often, we don’t realize how much our thoughts impact how we feel and respond to situations. When those thoughts are negative or unhelpful, they can contribute to feelings of anxiety, stress, or depression. In our sessions, we’ll work together to identify any patterns of thinking that may be holding you back or causing distress. Then, I’ll help you learn new ways to challenge and change these thoughts so that they’re more balanced and helpful. The goal is to help you develop tools to manage difficult emotions, cope with challenges, and feel more in control of your thoughts and behaviors.
In my couples counseling practice, I integrate the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and systemic family therapy to foster healthier communication and deeper emotional connections between partners. By utilizing the Gottman Method, I help couples identify and change negative interaction patterns, focusing on building friendship and intimacy while also expressing their needs and emotions constructively. EFT allows us to explore and understand the underlying emotions that drive behavior, facilitating a deeper bond and greater empathy between partners. Additionally, systemic family therapy provides a broader context to help couples recognize how family history and roles influence their interactions, enabling us to address and heal intergenerational patterns. Together, these approaches create a supportive environment where couples can navigate challenges, strengthen their bond, and cultivate a more fulfilling relationship.
5 ratings with written reviews
July 3, 2025
Paula is one of the best therapist I have ever used to makes you feel heard and understood. She makes you comfortable. She was listen asking questions. Just felt like I could open up on a deeper level with her.
June 3, 2025
What I’ve appreciated most is Paula’s balance between empathy and practicality. She doesn’t just nod along; she offers thoughtful, actionable advice that I can take with me and apply in real life. What sets her apart is her ability to truly listen— not just hearing the words, but understanding the emotions and meaning behind them. Every session with Paula feels like a safe, judgment-free space where I can explore challenges openly.
May 8, 2025
Just one session in but Paula is a great listener, patient and offer great solution focused feedback. Has a great demeanor and is very easy to talk to. 🙏