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Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Paul Gaunya

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

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Boston, MA 02124
(857) 971-8381
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Immediate openings available! Are you haunted by past experiences that make life feel overwhelming? Perhaps you're carrying the weight of traumatic experiences or overcome with depression that makes it hard to find joy or purpose. You might look fine on the outside while fighting these inner battles, and wondering if anyone truly understands. As a former first responder, I saw firsthand how upsetting events can impact you, your family/peers, and your sense of well-being. Get support from someone who understands your unique challenges and uses proven techniques to help you rebuild a sense of safety, purpose, and inner peace.
Using approaches like CBT and EMDR, I'll help you develop practical tools to calm overwhelming emotions, quickly heal from the past, and build lasting resilience. In session you can expect me to help you: 1) Transform anxiety into inner peace 2) Develop healthier thoughts + beliefs 3) Replace self-doubt with confidence 4) Regain a positive outlook on life.
Ready to live a life unburdened by depression, trauma, or emotional pain? I'm dedicated to helping my clients transform their challenges into strengths, finding lasting peace and purpose along the way. Break free from the emotional weight that's been holding you back- Take the first step and message me. Let's start your journey towards healing today!
Call or Paul Gaunya now for a free 15 minute consultation - (857) 971-8381

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Boston, MA 02124

(857) 971-8381

Worcester, MA 01608

I see clients on Tues & Weds from 8am-7pm. I have immediate openings & you can book an appt or free consult call on my website.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and First Responders 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Together, we can build on your inherent strengths to create lasting change, helping you move from simply surviving to genuinely thriving.
Paul Gaunya
Let's Connect (857) 971-8381
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Boston, MA 02124

(857) 971-8381

Worcester, MA 01608

I see clients on Tues & Weds from 8am-7pm. I have immediate openings & you can book an appt or free consult call on my website.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and First Responders 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Together, we can build on your inherent strengths to create lasting change, helping you move from simply surviving to genuinely thriving.
Paul Gaunya

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130

Payment Methods

Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Bind
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Change Healthcare
  • Christian Brothers Services
  • Clover and Evernorth
  • ConnectiCare
  • Coventry
  • Daniel H Cook Administrators
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • McLaren
  • Medica
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Paragon
  • Pinnacol
  • Surest
  • Tall Tree Administrators
  • Trustmark
  • Tufts
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Wellbeing Solutions EAP
  • Wellfleet
  • Out of Network
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I take Aetna, United Healthcare, ConnectiCare, Meritain, and more. I always verify your insurance before our first session to ensure it's covered. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381
"
I take Aetna, United Healthcare, ConnectiCare, Meritain, and more. I always verify your insurance before our first session to ensure it's covered. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Massachusetts / LICSW1120621 Paul Christopher Gaunya

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended University of Connecticut, MSW, Graduated 2023

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: Connecticut 14726 / 2024
  • Certificate from Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) 2023
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I'm a graduate of UConn's School of Social Work and I have completed training in EMDR and ART, two types of therapies that help clients rapidly recover from traumatic experiences. It is also very helpful for folks struggling to overcome other emotional hurdles.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381
"
I'm a graduate of UConn's School of Social Work and I have completed training in EMDR and ART, two types of therapies that help clients rapidly recover from traumatic experiences. It is also very helpful for folks struggling to overcome other emotional hurdles.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • First Responders

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
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I work with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, mood swings, trauma and more. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381
"
I work with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, mood swings, trauma and more. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Humanistic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I offer specialized trauma healing through EMDR & ART -powerful evidence-based approaches that can create profound breakthroughs. These gentle yet effective methods not only help resolve trauma but can also transform anxiety, phobias, and other emotional challenges into lasting peace. I also use cognitive approaches that examine & improve negative thinking patterns in order to improve your mood.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381
"
I offer specialized trauma healing through EMDR & ART -powerful evidence-based approaches that can create profound breakthroughs. These gentle yet effective methods not only help resolve trauma but can also transform anxiety, phobias, and other emotional challenges into lasting peace. I also use cognitive approaches that examine & improve negative thinking patterns in order to improve your mood.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (857) 971-8381

Location

Primary Location

Boston, MA 02124

(857) 971-8381

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Worcester, MA 01608

(857) 971-8381

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I see clients on Tues & Weds from 8am-7pm. I have immediate openings & you can book an appt or free consult call on my website.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (857) 971-8381
"
I see clients on Tues & Weds from 8am-7pm. I have immediate openings & you can book an appt or free consult call on my website.
Photo of Paul Gaunya, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Paul Gaunya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (857) 971-8381