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Dr. Paul Stanford, LMFT, PhD

Dr. Paul Stanford, LMFT, PhD

Marriage and Family Therapist
4311 Oak Lawn Ave, Ste 350, Dallas, TX
***PLEASE NOTE: WITHIN 48 HOURS OF REQUESTING AN APPOINTMENT, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY OUR ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM TO COMPLETE THE REQUIRED CONSENT FORMS AND PAY THE DEPOSIT TO RESERVE YOUR APPOINTMENT TIME. IF WE ARE UNABLE TO REACH YOU, YOUR APPOINTMENT WILL BE CANCELLED. REMINDER: WE ARE NOT IN-NETWORK WITH ANY INSURANCE PROVIDERS AND WE DO NOT ACCEPT MEDICAID.*** Dr. Stanford is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#202565) in Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Nova Southeastern University with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, and from Florida State University with a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. Dr. Stanford is an adjunct professor for the marriage and family therapy program at Texas A&M – Central Texas and Pepperdine University, teaching courses in family theory and couples therapy among others. Dr. Stanford is a certified service provider for Twogether in Texas, a trained facilitator of the Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP), and a certified provider of Discernment Counseling. Dr. Stanford also has training in couples therapy, sex therapy, sexual abuse, and trauma, and play therapy. Dr. Stanford has interned at the Brief Therapy Institute in Fort Lauderdale, the Center for Couples and Family Therapy at Florida State University, Healing Transitions: Creative Counseling for Children and Families, Inc., and S.U.P.E.R.B., an anti-bullying program. Dr. Stanford has conducted research on romantic relationships, specializing in the effects and aftermath of infidelity. Dr. Stanford is also a clinical fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and a former Member at Large on the Board of Directors for the Texas Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (TAMFT).
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5.00

About Dr. Paul Stanford

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Sex Therapy
Divorce Counseling
Life Coaching
Work-Related Counseling
Domestic Violence
Premarital Conflict Resolution

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Families
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling
Family Systems
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Gottman Method
Family / Marital
Narrative

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Paul Stanford

***PLEASE NOTE: WITHIN 48 HOURS OF REQUESTING AN APPOINTMENT, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY OUR ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM TO COMPLETE THE REQUIRED CONSENT FORMS AND PAY THE DEPOSIT TO RESERVE YOUR APPOINTMENT TIME. IF WE ARE UNABLE TO REACH YOU, YOUR APPOINTMENT WILL BE CANCELLED. REMINDER: WE ARE NOT IN-NETWORK WITH ANY INSURANCE PROVIDERS AND WE DO NOT ACCEPT MEDICAID.*** Dr. Stanford is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#202565) in Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Nova Southeastern University with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, and from Florida State University with a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. Dr. Stanford is an adjunct professor for the marriage and family therapy program at Texas A&M – Central Texas and Pepperdine University, teaching courses in family theory and couples therapy among others. Dr. Stanford is a certified service provider for Twogether in Texas, a trained facilitator of the Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP), and a certified provider of Discernment Counseling. Dr. Stanford also has training in couples therapy, sex therapy, sexual abuse, and trauma, and play therapy. Dr. Stanford has interned at the Brief Therapy Institute in Fort Lauderdale, the Center for Couples and Family Therapy at Florida State University, Healing Transitions: Creative Counseling for Children and Families, Inc., and S.U.P.E.R.B., an anti-bullying program. Dr. Stanford has conducted research on romantic relationships, specializing in the effects and aftermath of infidelity. Dr. Stanford is also a clinical fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and a former Member at Large on the Board of Directors for the Texas Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (TAMFT).

What should a new client know about working with you?

My goal is always to meet you where you're at and tailor our work together around what you need and where you want to ultimately arrive through our process. I believe in working collaboratively, combining your expertise on you and my expertise on process, to set beneficial goals and guide you through the process. As a Christian, I recognize the power of faith in anyone’s life and relationships. Although I am not a Christian Counselor, I love the opportunity to incorporate faith into the therapeutic process when applicable. I have seen firsthand the transformative power of faith in and out of the therapy room and would be happy to walk that path with you as well. However, if you are not a person of any particular faith or don’t see that as a part of your journey, I’m always desiring to meet you where you’re at in life.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

As I said above, my process primarily results from a collaborative conversation that determines your individual and relational needs. I am primarily solution-focused and am always trying to work toward the ultimate goals. I do realize, however, that there are times when we need to work backward in order to move forward.

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Dr. Paul Stanford is not in-network with any insurances

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $225 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $225 for 60 minutes

    More information on payments and coverage

    A deposit is required to reserve your initial appointment with one of our therapists. The deposit is equal to the cost of your first session and will be applied to that session automatically once the session has been completed. However, as per our general financial policy, if you cancel more than 24 hours in advance, this deposit can be refunded back to you upon request or applied to your first session if you reschedule. If you cancel within 24 hours of your appointment or no show, this deposit will not be refunded or applied to future sessions. Our clinicians’ time is important to us and to others who are hoping to utilize the open slots on their schedules, so we do ask that you notify us as soon as you know you won’t be able to make it so we can make that slot open to others who are in need of therapeutic assistance. Payment in full is expected at the time of service. Our fee structure is based on an hourly rate. If sessions lasting longer than an hour are scheduled or occur, the fee will be prorated at the same hourly rate. Will I Be Reimbursed for Out-Of-Network Therapy? In most cases, yes. Stanford Couples Counseling is happy to offer a superbill upon request which you may be able to file with your insurance provider for out-of-network reimbursement. This means you will need to pay your therapist for the entire session when you receive their services, but your insurance company may be able to send you a check to reimburse a portion of the cost once you file an out-of-network reimbursement claim. **Please contact your insurance provider to check whether you qualify for out-of-network reimbursement benefits** For additional questions about payment or insurance, please call our office to speak with one of our Client Support Specialists.

    Popular visit reasons

    Anxiety
    Divorce Counseling
    Domestic Violence
    Marriage Counseling
    New Patient Visit
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Therapy
    Anxiety
    Divorce Counseling
    Domestic Violence
    Marriage Counseling

    Office location

    Dr. Paul Stanford, LMFT, PhD also offers online video visits for patients
    Stanford Couples Counseling
    4311 Oak Lawn Ave, Ste 350, Dallas, TX 75219
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    Education and background

    Practice names

    Education and training

    • Florida State University, PhD in in Marriage and Family Therapy
    • Nova Southeastern University, Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy
    • Texas A&M University (Bachelor's)
    • Nova Southeastern University (Internship)
    • Florida State University (Internship)

    Professional memberships

    • American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
    • Texas Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

    Awards and publications

    • Trained Facilitator of the Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program
    • Certified Provider of Discernment Counseling

    NPI number

    1881959880

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    5.00
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    What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Paul Stanford?

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    What languages does Dr. Paul Stanford speak?

    Dr. Paul Stanford speaks English.

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