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Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC

Paula Ulrich

Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
1141 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Let's Connect (828) 415-6028
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Your grief is welcome here. When someone close to you dies, your life can shift drastically. Every type of grief has the potential to be life disrupting, but grief experienced after suicide, overdose, or other traumatic loss can be particularly challenging. You may feel: shock, confusion, doubt, crushing pain, heartbreak, loneliness, despair, anxiety, overwhelm, anger, guilt, and isolation. Your life has been turned upside down in an instant. You feel lost. You don’t know who you are anymore, but you know you won’t be the same. You’re looking for a guide. Someone who gets it and can handle what you’ve got going on.
My name is Paula, and grief was my initiation into therapeutic art making. Now I use art therapy to assist those who are grieving, especially after suicide. You've been thrust into a dark wilderness of swirling emotions. When language is not enough, art therapy can allow you the space to express how you feel beyond words and find a way to live with grief.
Grief is an inevitable, yet incredibly painful, part of being human. And the closer the relationship, the more intense the pain. Finding a therapist can be challenging when you're already carrying so much. Please take good care of yourself and reach out, because you don’t need to do this alone. I would love to join you in this work. CreativeNatureNC . com
Call or Paula Ulrich now for a free 15 minute consultation - (828) 415-6028

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Creative Nature NC, PLLC (studio)

1141 Montreat Road

Black Mountain, NC 28711 map

(828) 415-6028

Creative Nature NC, PLLC (mailing address)

1141 Tunnel Road

Suite C, Unit 19036

Asheville, NC 28805 map

I specialize in Grief, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Experience therapy beyond words! Check out my website to learn more: CreativeNatureNC.com
Paula Ulrich
Let's Connect (828) 415-6028
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Creative Nature NC, PLLC (studio)

1141 Montreat Road

Black Mountain, NC 28711 map

(828) 415-6028

Creative Nature NC, PLLC (mailing address)

1141 Tunnel Road

Suite C, Unit 19036

Asheville, NC 28805 map

I specialize in Grief, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Experience therapy beyond words! Check out my website to learn more: CreativeNatureNC.com
Paula Ulrich

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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Please see my website and reach out for more information on fees. I am in-network (INN) with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Aetna (Clear Pricing Project provider with the State Health Plan). I can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028
"
Please see my website and reach out for more information on fees. I am in-network (INN) with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Aetna (Clear Pricing Project provider with the State Health Plan). I can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with ATCB Paula Ulrich
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended Naropa University, MA, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: NC Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors LCMHC 13930
  • License: SC Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors TLC 1543 PC / 2024
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I've been practicing therapy since 2014, using both talk and art therapy. I also weave nature-based experiences into our work. I am a Board Certified Art Therapist, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I also have a SC telehealth registration.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028
"
I've been practicing therapy since 2014, using both talk and art therapy. I also weave nature-based experiences into our work. I am a Board Certified Art Therapist, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I also have a SC telehealth registration.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Grief
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
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Within our first session or two, we will decide on overarching goals for therapy. These goals will be specifically tailored to your needs. Here are some examples of where to start. I want to... 1) be more creative in my thinking. 2) get in touch with my emotions. or 3) be kinder to myself. If you are not yet clear on your goals, that's ok. We can work together to find some that feel right for you.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028
"
Within our first session or two, we will decide on overarching goals for therapy. These goals will be specifically tailored to your needs. Here are some examples of where to start. I want to... 1) be more creative in my thinking. 2) get in touch with my emotions. or 3) be kinder to myself. If you are not yet clear on your goals, that's ok. We can work together to find some that feel right for you.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028

5 Endorsements

Shane Phillips
Shane Phillips
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWCAADC
Paula is an extraordinary clinician with a rare combination of brains and heart. She has a unique skill set and a deep understanding of creative process and art therapy. I refer to her with complete confidence.
Dana McDowell - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Dana McDowell - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
CounselorMALPCCEDS
Paula is an exceptionally gifted therapist. She is creative in the way she works with clients - weaving in both art therapy and nature based interventions to provide out-of-the-box therapy.
Aubrey Baptista
Aubrey Baptista
Licensed Clinical Mental Health CounselorMALCMHCQSATR-BC
Paula is grounded and peaceful. She is very well organized and has a way about making you feel safe in her presence whether online or in person. She's been a great resource to my practice as well as the clients she serves.
Melanie Hanson
Melanie Hanson
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLICSWLCSWLCAS
I collaborated with Paula for several months last year. She is a talented, knowledgable, warm and well-boundaried therapist. I'd absolutely recommend her, and for those who enjoy expressing themselves via visual arts, she's an especially good option.
Jodi Seidel
Jodi Seidel
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCPACT II
Paula is an excellent therapist. She is authentic, smart and compassionate. I highly recommend her!

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Gestalt
  • Nature-based
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You do not need any special art supplies to engage in creative therapy. A pencil and paper will do, or even just natural materials outside. You also don't need to be "good" at art or consider yourself an artist. It's more about the process of creating. Just bring yourself to session, and we will talk about a plan for the rest.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028
"
You do not need any special art supplies to engage in creative therapy. A pencil and paper will do, or even just natural materials outside. You also don't need to be "good" at art or consider yourself an artist. It's more about the process of creating. Just bring yourself to session, and we will talk about a plan for the rest.
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 415-6028

Location

Primary Location

Creative Nature NC, PLLC (studio)

1141 Montreat Road

Black Mountain, NC 28711

(828) 415-6028

Additional Location

Creative Nature NC, PLLC (mailing address)

1141 Tunnel Road

Suite C, Unit 19036

Asheville, NC 28805

(828) 415-6028
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call for a free consultation now - (828) 415-6028
Photo of Paula Ulrich, Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Paula Ulrich
Art Therapist, LCMHC, LCAS, ATR-BC
Call for a free consultation now - (828) 415-6028