About me

My career as a licensed professional counselor, chaplain and addiction specialist has afforded me the opportunity to work in such settings as jails (youth and adults), department of family and children services, community mental health centers, state programs i.e., DUI, Family Violence, and hospitals (medical centers and psychiatric). I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients. In addition, my experience includes individual, group, and family sessions. I have also been certified in the field of prevention, am an EAP (employee assistance program), professional counselor supervisor, trained in disaster mental health field response, suicide prevention and intervention, crisis intervention, debrief in corporate crisis, and trainer of suicide prevention facilitator.

Specialties

  • Addictions
  • Relationships
  • Family conflicts
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Coaching
Also experienced in:
Stress, Anxiety , Grief , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Depression , Blended family issues , Communication problems , Divorce and separation , Domestic violence , Drug and alcohol addiction , Family problems , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Years of Experience: 27

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

CO LPC 0016741

GA LPC LPC007394

Reviews

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

Written on May 30, 2026 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks

She is very kind and listens when I tell her something that upsets me, she cares about my problems and past I very strongly recommended her.

Written on May 28, 2026 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Paula is deeply caring and an excellent therapist who intuitively gives you what you need when you need it. Very professional.

Written on Jan 19, 2026 after therapy with Paula for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Paula is one of the best therapists I have ever had. She is great at listening, offering advice that works and inspiring me to be hopeful and to grow as a person.

Written on Oct 17, 2025 after therapy with Paula for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes

Ms. Paula is an amazing therapist — truly one of the best I’ve ever had. Her wisdom, compassion, and understanding create a safe space where I can be open and honest. She doesn’t just listen; she helps me walk through things with insight, patience, and genuine care. Every session feels purposeful and uplifting, and I always leave feeling more grounded and clear-minded. Her guidance has been a major part of my personal growth and healing journey, and I’m deeply grateful for the support she continues to give.

Written on Jun 19, 2025 after therapy with Paula for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

Overall great

Written on Dec 11, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

extremely comforting and easy to talk to :)

Written on Nov 29, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching

Very responsive, listens and generally cares

Written on Nov 16, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

We have only met once, but she was thorough, attentive, compassionate, and honest

Written on Sep 19, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd

Extremely professional and flexible. I enjoyed all my sessions with Paula

Written on Apr 29, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management

She is amazing

Written on Feb 14, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching

Dr. Paula is great. She's receptive, encouraging, and patient - definitely recommend.

Written on Jan 25, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Paula is a fantastic soundboard she waits for cues and then responds and it's always a great help. It's been more like talking to a friend more so than a therapist

Written on Dec 05, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Paula is an amazing listener. In just a few meetings I feel like she understands me and what I am working through

Written on Sep 06, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Miss Paula is a very informative, compassionate therapist. She was everything that we were looking for in our relationship and her Christian background helped us so much. We would recommend her for anyone who is having concerns with their relationships.

Written on Aug 07, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

Paula is amazing. She's done wonders for me as an individual and had given some very sound biblical advice for my marriage.

Written on Jul 01, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues

Ms. Paula has valuable insights to share and her experience as a therapist is notable. I trust her to guide me through important issues I bring to her.

Written on Jun 06, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 5 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and bipolar disorder

Paula is phenomenal! She is a God send! She is so good at what she does and has helped with my healing tremendously. I can’t image where I would be without her. She is so understanding and compassionate and has great suggestions of books to read or programs to look into. I would recommend her to anyone!

Written on May 03, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching

Paula is extremely good at therapy I am well healed!

Written on Apr 17, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and sleeping disorders

I've only had a couple sessions with her, but I like that she has different approachs she uses, so far things have been helpful

Written on Mar 07, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

She's awesome

Written on Feb 20, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues

Paula is great! She connected quickly with my wife and I. We appreciated her insight and thoroughly enjoyed our time with her.

Written on Feb 18, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coaching

Paula is an exceptional therapist. I have had many therapists throughout my life, I can honestly say that Paula is the best. I always leave feeling understood and empowered.

Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes

She always knows just what to say

Written on Dec 27, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks

She was able to connect with my daughter and was able to relate right away.

Written on Nov 08, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I have never felt more safe in speaking my truth.

Written on Oct 19, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning parenting issues, and coping with life changes

Paula seemed very caring and listened to all my concerns.

Written on Aug 02, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She’s great :)

Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

Paula is an outstanding listener and really takes to heart what I'm seeking to accomplish in my therapy. I really appreicate her ability to help me see things from another perspective and help me understand other approaches to situations, it's been immensely helpful in my progress.

Written on Jun 20, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 5 months on issues concerning addictions

I enjoy working with Paula and look forward to our sessions .

Written on May 12, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd

Helpful, positive, uplifting, genuinely supportive. It’s very clear Paula cares about her patients. I’ve felt truly loved and supported with her. She don’t sugar coat when things her hard and I make questionable decisions, which I appreciate. A good person that delivers sound advice and offers a reasonable perspective when I need it most.

Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Warm && Welcoming. One of Gods finest. She’s encouraging && supportive. She not one sided && her advice is legitimate.

Written on Apr 26, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes

Absolutely amazing!

Written on Apr 05, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management

My experience with Paula is by far the best counselling experience I have ever had. I feel heard, respected, valued, seen, and cared for. Paula is quick to listen and put me at ease, she smoothly incorporates faith into our sessions as I need her to, and she gives me space to use my voice in a safe environment. I have also found her to be wise and discerning about the deeper issues that I need brought to the surface. I would recommend her to anyone!

Written on Mar 31, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem

I love this service

Written on Mar 10, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

Excellent Therapist! Very responsive, genuine and Candid!! Loved working with her!

Written on Feb 26, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks

Thank you for your help thus far!

Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, adhd, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and coaching

Paula is amazing and I am so thankful that I have had this opportunity to meet with her. From the very first session she has provided intuition, guidance, direction and a kind and caring demeanor and I highly recommend her to anyone in need of help.! Thank you so much Paula, you are the best! :)

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