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Paula Schneider, LCSW

Addictions Relationships Family conflicts Eating disorders Self esteem, Motivation
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About me

I am a licensed clinical social worker who has had extensive experience working with individuals, families and couples struggling with a variety of challenges. My workplace experience involved treating both those who have struggled themselves with addictions and eating disorders, but also many of the problems that accompany them such as anxiety and depression, relationship issues, parenting issues and family of origin issues. I have also worked with those family members who struggle to understand and help their loved ones dealing with with these issues. As such, I am well-versed not only in 12-step philosophy and program, but also in other approaches including therapeutic community settings, cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic therapies, motivational interviewing, structural family therapy and internal family systems therapy.

I've also had significant experience with individuals who struggle with the effects of having grown up in families in which their needs were not well-met, and are looking to explore their experiences and make changes that will help them to move forward in a more positive way. Often these clients struggle with anxiety and depression, relationship issues and challenges with their own parents, spouses and children.

As a "mature" woman, with family and experiences of my own, I believe strongly that blame and shame are destructive, and that self-understanding, self-acceptance (of past and present experiences and emotions) and healthy relationships are the key to overcoming the challenges and obstacles we face. I work with my clients in a supportive, interactive setting and aid them in establishing their goals, guiding them as they work toward achieving those desired outcomes.

I approach my clients with admiration and respect, understanding the courage required to begin working with a counselor, and the necessity to take cues from my clients as to how quickly we move forward and what areas we explore. I believe that my clients actually best know themselves and what they need. With that said, I also know that it is my job to be reflective, challenging, honest and encouraging. I appreciate the opportunity to be invited into my clients' lives and to share in their progress.

Professional experience

20yrs in practice
Addictions Relationships Family conflicts Eating disorders Self esteem, Motivation

Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Depression, Coping with life changes, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues

Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Services offered

Video
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License information

FL LCSW SW12494

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Paula Schneider. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Paula considers my issues and is ready with solid guidance for our sessions. This is not my first attempt at therapy, but definitely the best thanks to Paula.

Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 2 months

I feel so seen, heard, and understood. Paula knows my goals and gives great advice or bits of knowledge that help me process what I go through. She’s the best! ❤️

Written on Oct 22, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Paula is an amazing person and therapist she really gets deep. I have only attended 1 session but in that session she really helped me with starting to treat my anxiety and panic attacks

Written on Apr 26, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She is great!

Written on Jan 13, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

thanks Paula

Written on Jun 28, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 years and 11 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem

This is my first time in a therapy ever in my life and I have never thought I so much needed it. Paula just makes my ife so worth living. She is the best there is. Much love!

Written on May 06, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd