- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- CBT and DBT skills
- Veterans and first responders
About Paul
Paul Paladie is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) in Minnesota and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin with three years of practice. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, anger, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are accepted.
Paul approaches therapy from a client-centered perspective and uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy as one of his methods. He also draws on cognitive behavioral tools, dialectical behavior skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people notice patterns and try different ways of responding. He focuses on practical steps people can use between sessions to manage strong feelings and impulses.
His background includes work with veterans and first responders and supporting people with substance use and anger issues. He helps individuals understand how past experiences and current stressors shape thoughts and behaviors. That can include addressing attachment issues, communication problems, control issues, and the emotional fallout from separation or divorce.
In sessions Paul aims to reduce judgment and increase clarity about the choices people face. He explains coping skills in straightforward terms and practices them together with clients. He also works on problems such as guilt, shame, impulsivity, and panic symptoms using skill-building and reflective conversation.
To begin, clients follow the site process to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online work
Paul uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people identify and name difficult emotions and see how those feelings shape their behavior. EFT can be useful for understanding attachment patterns and repeated ways of reacting under stress. He also uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening and building understanding from the client's perspective. That approach is about responding to what the client brings and helping them find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is another tool he uses to break down unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors with clear, practical steps. Finding the right mix of approaches is collaborative. Paul will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit the person's needs. He adjusts techniques based on what helps most, combining emotion-focused conversation with skill practice when appropriate. The original biography does not list specific remote formats, so confirm session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it possible to continue care for people who live outside the therapist's immediate area, while the therapist and client decide together how best to structure sessions.Areas of expertise
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Minnesota, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with clinical concerns including substance use, trauma, mood disorders, and work with veterans and first responders.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LICSW and LCSW credentials: MN LICSW and WI LCSW. He practices from Minnesota.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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