- Warm conversational style
- Practical goal setting
- Strengths based approach
About Paula
Her style is warm and interactive. Sessions emphasize respectful listening and practical conversation. She tailors the pace and topics to each person and encourages clients to use their own strengths to make changes.
Paula uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as tools in sessions. She draws on these methods to help people reframe thoughts, set small goals, and find motivation to move forward. The work is collaborative, with an emphasis on short-term strategies and realistic next steps.
People seek her help for a wide range of concerns, including depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and coping with illness or caregiving demands. She also supports those facing aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and cancer-related stress.
Paula meets people where they are and focuses on clear, doable changes. She values sensitivity and compassion in every conversation. If someone is thinking about beginning therapy, she offers a straightforward process to connect and begin planning next steps.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Tennessee
Languages
English
How Paula’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Paula uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns that contribute to anxiety or low mood. CBT focuses on practical skills like tracking thoughts, testing beliefs, and trying small behavioral changes to see what helps.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, short-term goals and find steps that move someone toward what they want. That approach is useful for people who want tangible progress and actionable plans. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about change by exploring values and strengthening personal motivation.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Paula will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts the plan over time based on what is working and what isn’t.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow focus on brief check-ins or longer problem-solving sessions. Discussing practical scheduling needs during the initial matching questionnaire helps ensure sessions fit everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does Paula help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, anger, career concerns, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on aging, caregiver stress, cancer and end-of-life concerns among other areas.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm and interactive with respectful listening. Sessions emphasize practical conversation, tailored pacing, and working together on realistic steps.
What is her professional background?
She holds the LCSW credential and has six years of experience in clinical practice. Her work history includes a range of healthcare and community settings.
Where is she licensed and located?
She is licensed as an LCSW in Tennessee and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and billed?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.