We humans have an innate desire to grow and develop to our fullest. For full development, we need a secure relationship with human connection, secure attachment and a sense of belonging are core. While many of us did not experience that deep connection and secure attachment earlier in our lives due to caretakers who were not optimally available to us because of their own unmet needs, preoccupations and human frailties. I am dedicated to providing that kind of secure attachment for you NOW. Out of this secure base, you CAN become the "best that you can be."

Continued growth and wellness are issues central to quality living and happiness. Furthermore, potential actualization and wellness, to a large degree, are functions of the individual's ability to effectively deal with stress and stressors. These are the areas of human development training that Dr. Johnson has been involved with for many years. He is fully committed to supporting you to not only facilitate your healing but to help you create happiness in your life.

I know that finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming process. In my practice, I attempt to create a safe, nurturing space where we can actively engage in the process of self discovery together. I am passionate about this work and believe that it does lead to lasting change. I have experience with creative professionals and understand the ups and downs of being an industry professional. During these uncertain times, I have found that tele health offers an unexpected bonus. It seems to provide opportunities to take risks that may not feel as safe when we are face to face. I look forward to our journey together.

I believe we are defined by the diversity of our experiences, relationships, and identities. My role as a therapist is to create a safe space without judgment where the diversity of your experiences can be explored with compassion. The work we do together is collaborative and centered on your personal growth, needs, and desires. The goal is to help you explore your past, thoughts, and emotions to understand oneself and live a more full and satisfying life.

Are you going through a challenging life event and could you use support as you navigate through it? Whether you are experiencing a major life transition or a small bump in the road, my approach is to work collaboratively with you to help you experience relief, to gain additional insight, and to find a pathway to a future that feels authentic and satisfying for you. Many of my clients feel pressure and frustration at trying to live up to others’ expectations (as a parent, as a partner, as an adult, as a griever, as an employee/boss, etc.), only to find that it leaves them feeling anxious, depressed, and unsatisfied.

I combine a unique and specialized form of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) based on Choice Theory with a Family Systems approach to treatment. I view maladaptive behavioral patterns as a result of inadequate or dysfunctional life choices. I assist my clients in recognizing these patterns of behavior and encourage them to draw realistic and practical solutions to the things that are hindering growth and happiness through the choices they make in life. I work collaboratively with my clients using a "here and now" problem-solving technique and develop a treatment plan that uses psychotherapy, exercise, nutrition, and social support networks.

I Believe That Short Term Therapy Is a Life Time Investment

Stop Over-Thinking. You know what it's like. When you're stuck inside your head, you feel like you can't shake the cycle. You feel sad, anxious or frustrated. Stuck. It gets harder to break out. The things is, you have more control over thoughts and feelings than you realize. That's why we'll focus on the tools you need to "let go" of the thoughts that keep you stuck. You deserve to have a better life. Together, we'll create a plan - and make it work. Call today. Free phone consult at 310-850-4707

We all struggle with difficulties from time to time. Unresolved issues can cause us to act and react in ways that lead to unhappiness in our lives and our relationships. Exploring these issues and working through them leads to breakthroughs, improved relationships and a greater sense of well-being. I provide a safe, empathic sharing space for clients to share these difficulties and struggles.

We all embark on the journey of life at the same starting point. We all travel down the road before us; trying to carve out a path that will lead us to the kind of life that will bring us joy, peace, and happiness. However, there are times when the path leads us off the course of happiness and fulfillment, and into some dark corners where we become stuck.

Welcome! It is my privilege to hold a safe space for you as you begin your journey toward self-discovery. My approach to counseling is highly personal and engaging. I will concentrate on understanding you and helping you understand your thoughts, feelings, and motivations​ while attempting to resolve barriers. It is my pleasure to support and guide you toward a life you desire​. ​I look forward to meeting you.

Starting therapy often brings up anxiety and fear, yet let us acknowledge and honor your courage to take steps towards change. I provide a safe, supportive, client-centered space for you to share and process. Together, we can work towards better understanding yourself and your goals for growth and healing. I earned my Masters at Antioch University specializing in Spiritual Depth Psychology and Trauma studies. I work within a psychodynamic framework that includes mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, culturally-sensitive approaches designed uniquely for each client(s). As a wounded healer myself, I believe in continuing my own therapeutic work as well.

Do you desire caring, respectful, cooperative relationships without losing yourself in the process? Every individual deserves meaningful relationships that do not compromise her/his principles, values, or beliefs. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 plus years of experience working with individuals, couples, parents, and families, I assist clients to realize and increase their full potential while decreasing negative thinking that may block this process.

I am here to help you make better choices. Healing is now! You have probably done your best to pull yourself out of sadness and fear but still feel stuck. Perhaps you find yourself going round and round in hurtful patterns in your relationships and still feel unseen. Maybe your creative path has reached an impasse. I am here to see you and hear you. I am committed to helping you find joy, passion, love and deep respect with your loved ones. The therapy relationship is sacred. Listen to my voice on my web site: creativepathwithpaulette.com

If you struggle with stress and anxiety or have difficulty coping with the sometimes problematic or troubling situations in life, please know that these experiences are not necessary...What if, when you awake tomorrow morning, you could begin to live a stress and anxiety free life? It's your choice, and I can show you how. If you have a personal history of trauma and abuse, you CAN overcome it. Your personal life and relationships can...and will improve, as you find your true happiness. Why wait? You can begin to change your future NOW? Call to find out how.

Life does not come with an instruction manual. I believe that sometimes we just need a safe place where we can share and be heard until we're able to assemble our thoughts and put the pieces together. I provide a client centered environment, offering empathy, a non-judgmental, reassuring hopeful atmosphere. I work together with my clients to support and establish their goals so that they will ultimately discover and develop their inner strengths.

Is depression or anxiety keeping you from fully enjoying your life? Are you struggling in a relationship, or still longing for an intimacy that eludes you? Are you moving through a life transition that is leaving you confused, uncertain or overwhelmed? Are you struggling in the face of cultural values, family's and friends' ideas for your life that don't seem to fit? The good news is that therapy can help!

The decision to begin therapy is a sign that you are motivated for change. We will go at your pace. I'm here to help you discover what is preventing you from moving forward. I believe everyone has the capacity for change, and look forward to building on your strengths to help you achieve your goals.

In the sea of content online, we may think that we can "fix" ourselves on our own if we just have the right information, but this is not the case. We require connection for healing to occur. I practice therapy in a way that prioritizes the relationship between therapist and patient. I utilize the information gleaned from our relationship to uncover thoughts and feelings you weren’t aware of, helping you stop behaviors and ways of being that are no longer serving you. I help patients see the role trauma has played in their lives by providing education and nurturing areas of psychological growth that were suppressed because of trauma.