I am a licensed counselor in the state of Texas with more than 7 years of experience. I have worked with individuals who presented with depression, anxiety, addictions, and self-esteem issues, abusive relationships, domestic violence and emotional trauma.
I use motivational interviewing to help establish a good rapport with the client. My counseling strategies include using cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, client-centered, and trauma-focused therapy with an eclectic approach. I am empathetic and meet all clients where they are. We work together to develop a treatment plan to attain their goals.
I applaud those who realize that they have an impediment to growth and are ready to commit to the work with me as your support person.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Cancer, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LPC 77844
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Paula is intelligent and she chooses her words carefully and precisely
Written on Apr 02, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Very kind and courteous and very understanding. Made me feel at ease and comfortable during our session.
Written on Nov 06, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Paula is wise, patient, caring, and sincere. She has all the qualities of a great therapist. I am lucky to have her.
Written on Oct 12, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
This is the most helpful therapist I’ve ever had. She’s understanding and supportive. She always listens rather than talking over you. If there was a person put on this earth to help others, it’s definitely her.
Written on Jun 26, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Paula Mella is a fantastic listener, but she is also direct in telling me what I need to hear, which I appreciate.
Written on Nov 22, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Paula is a great therapist. Great listener and very knowledgeable!! Thank you Paula! ❤️
Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety