About me

Hello! My name is Paula Patterson, MSW, LCSW. I have been working in the mental health field for about 20 years. My training stems from being a school based social worker in my undergrad experience. Traveling my path to teach Love and Logic and 1-2-3 Magic positive parenting techniques to parents mandated to take parenting classes through DSS. I have also had experience with Foster Care department within the same social services. I have also worked with high risk youth in the juvenile justice system. I have provided Functional Family therapy and Family Centered Treatment therapy modalities (just received my second re-certification). I specialize in working with children and family's with special needs like ADHD and those with Autism (neuro diversity). I focus on the strengths of people, what they can do instead of what they can't do. I provide many interventions that will suit your needs. There is hope and solutions to almost every problem. I also have experience with teaching communication skills, behavior control, affective responsiveness, affective involvement and the like. Life is a journey and I appreciate the opportunity to help in anyway, navigating the peeks and valleys of life.


Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Family conflicts
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Jealousy , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 20

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

NC LCSW C009264


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Paula Patterson. 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 Jan 20, 2024 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and career difficulties

Paula is the best! I was very hesitant about therapy and skeptical about the entire idea, however Paula has allowed me to feel comfortable enough to speak and share with her my current struggles. That being said I enjoy our mini sessions and look forward to further healing. I also appreciate how she asks the tough questions that really get to the root! She's amazing thankyou Paula!!

Written on Nov 28, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 4 months

Paula has been able to reach my child and provide her support that a parent just can't match because she is at an age where she needs to have her private life and work on her personal journey. I am grateful that my child has Paula to help her gain strong emotional footing as she faces this transition in to adulthood.

Written on Oct 25, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts

Paula has been a wonderful counselor and was just what I needed for this season of my life. She carries all of the qualities I would want to see in a counselor. She is easy to talk with, holds no judgement, and offers wonderful psychoeducational techniques when needed.

Written on Sep 12, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I like Paula! She identifies the things I have issues with that I didn't realize. She is sensitive and understanding and I like her approach to different situations that come up. She is also open to new ideas!

Written on Jul 18, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse

She is amazing

Written on Jun 28, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties

She’s amazing and always knows EXACTLY what to say!

Written on Jun 01, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues

My talk therapist Paula Patterson has helped me more than I can explain. I am really glad I got the chance to work with her navigating through my challenges. I feel much more grounded and I got a better sense of direction in my self discovery thanks to her kind and thoughtful guidance.

Written on May 12, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 4 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Paula has made therapy so easy. She is very easy to talk to and I am proud of the person I am today compared to when I began my healing journey. I would highly recommend Paula, she is encouraging & supportive and has made the hardest thing ive ever had to face feel easier than if I didn't have Paula as my therapist. Thank you

Written on May 01, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management

Paula is an excellent therapist - She has helped me through a challenging year, and very responsive.

Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 months

Many thanks to Paula!
From the first moment on, she understood what the problem is.
And this was the basis for structured advices, which helped me.
Everything she did, was easy but effective.

Written on Feb 10, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 3 months

Paula is a kind and patient listener to my son's preteen issues. He loves speaking with her and is comfortable. She gives good advice on issues he brings to the table.

Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

I changed therapist two weeks in and im glad I did. She has helped me thru the most difficult time in my life with respect, knowledge, kindness and effort and I will recommend her a million times over

Written on Jan 28, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts

Paula is very kind and welcoming and made my experience starting therapy so much easier. She brings a level of peace and understanding to our sessions and is very easy to talk to. I am extremely grateful to her for her help so far!!

Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning self esteem

Paula has been very understanding and caring. I'm an introvert and this was also my first time doing therapy, so I wasn't sure how it would go. But she made it easy for me to open up. She's helping me work on myself and giving me the tools I need to help me make the change.

Written on Dec 27, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse

Excellent therapist. Very insightful and helpful in recognizing my strengths and suggesting ways to utilize them to influence better outcomes for myself. 10/10. Highly recommend!

Written on Dec 22, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and compassion fatigue

Overall Paula has kept her role very professional.

Written on Nov 02, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Paula is very professional and supportive. She is a great listener.

Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paula is super passionate and follows up before I even think about asking for advice. Much appreciated.

Written on Oct 04, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Paula is a wonderful counsellor who has helped me to put much of my life in to perspective. My anxiety is much alleviated and with talking and the exercises given to me my Paula, I feel better able to handle my life and the curve balls that come my way. Thank you Paula!

Written on Sep 29, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Paula has helped me to get through some tough times. She is knowledgeable, down to earth and a great listener. I know that I am in good hands when I talk to her. I would recommend her to my friends and family.

Written on Sep 27, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue

Paula is kind, knowledgeable and patient.

Written on Sep 14, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd

Paula has been awesome, she understands everything I have said, given me so much help with worksheets and advise! She has been a great help so far!

Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

Paula is an outstanding counselor! She is very knowledgeable and her warm, caring style makes you feel at ease! Highly recommended!

Written on Jul 23, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues

Paula quickly assess overall background quickly.
Her questions for clarification were spot on.
Paula immediately provided helpful and applicable tools/skills and info on setting healthy boundaries.

Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Paula is a great listener and has helped me understand a lot of things about myself. She gives me the space to digest issues and sends me useful worksheets to work through certain "problems" I might have.

Written on Apr 21, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Great therapist.

Written on Mar 29, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Paula’s approach is gentle and encompassing (she sees all of who I am and I felt validated instead of judged for it), as well as firm and kind (she is talented in seeing and calling me on my own BS, in a simultaneously tactful + encouraging way). I have made immense strides in my healing and growth through our sessions, and I am coming out of them feeling surer of myself and inspired to continue pursuing my life goals. My sincerest gratitude to Paula for her work with me, it has truly changed my life.

Written on Mar 28, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 months

She listens and adapts. A kind soul.

Written on Mar 04, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, adhd, and lgbt

She’s amazing

Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties

I am very happy in working with Paula. She is very attentive and caring. She listens well and helps me to think things through in a more calmly manner.

Written on Feb 22, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Paula has been truly incredible for my mental health goals. From the very first session, she made herself a source of support to me during a very difficult time. She has been reliably nonjudgmental, patient, and kind. Paula’s style as a therapist fosters a dynamic of safety in the therapeutic relationship. I am deeply grateful to have access to therapy with her through teencounseling.com.

Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, and career difficulties

Paula uses interactive work to make sure I am deeply engaging with my strength and addressing my concerns. She has an empathetic and systematic approach to therapy! Thankyou Paula!

Written on Jan 05, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I'm looking forward to my sessions with Paula. I find it comforting to know that I can talk out my thoughts with someone that is non-judgmental and is easy to talk to. For all those who has done therapy before, therapy can be mentally draining but with Paula I always feel relieved after our sessions and I'm so appreciated of that feeling.

Written on Jan 01, 2022 after therapy with Paula for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship

My husband and I are very pleased with the progress we have made so far in just a short amount of time with Paula. We plan to continue as we are benefiting from this experience together. Paula is awesome. We respect and value her time and suggestions. Thank you so much Paula!

Written on Dec 17, 2021 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, and adhd

Paula is a dynamic and empathetic listner. She has given me comfort when I feel assailed. I'm new to this but am extremely hopeful that I will get the help I need

Written on Dec 13, 2021 after therapy with Paula for 2 weeks

So far, Paula has been great. It’s only been a few weeks, but already she has helped our family tremendously. She is seeing my son, but I think she is most helpful when she sees my wife, me and him at the same time. She has been great at helping us diffuse some tricky situations by getting us to speak openly and honestly to one another and offering constructive suggestions.

Written on Dec 02, 2021 after therapy with Paula for 1 week on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management

Great person. She listens and shows that she cares for her clients and goes out of her way to ensure they are doing ok in between sessions. Would highly recommend to anyone

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