Paul J Piersma
LMSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (315) 740-0993
Available both in-person and online
Utica, NY 13501
Now taking Excellus! My almost 30 years of working with youth, families, and adults allows me to draw from my vast experience to help those with; everyday life stressors, past trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and other concerns that may affect your daily life. My nonjudgmental and supportive style has helped teenagers and adults to find their way to a life they envision. My approach is respectful, simple, straight forward, with a person centered focus that promotes mental toughness, healing, and working towards a overall better sense of self.
I have a history of working with youth, families, and adults. This includes Law Enforcement and First Responders as I am trained in Critical Incident Stress Management. I use the treatment modality that best suits your needs such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
My genuine intention is to help others. Sometimes you just need to be heard or sort thoughts/life out or you may be ready to start your healing journey. Step one is done, you have recognized the need for support. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or if you would like to schedule an initial session, as I look forward to hearing from you.
Call or Email Paul J Piersma now for a free 15 minute consultation - (315) 740-0993
Let's Connect (315) 740-0993
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, VenmoInsurance
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 125377 Paul J Piersma
- Attended Utica University- MSW Program, MSW
- Degree/Diploma from Keuka College Bachelors- Criminal Justice
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Behavioral Issues
- Men's Issues
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Caregivers
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused