Dr. Paul VanPortfliet, PsyD, CA | Psychologist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.90

“He is the best therapist I’ve ever had in my life, and I’ve had a lot of therapists. He is genuine, smart, compassionate, empathetic, validating, etc… and everything else that’s good in the world. I feel very safe and supported by him. I feel completely understood by him. He has this warm and gentle way about him. He is a breath of fresh air amidst all of the chaos that is going on in the world.”

More than 1 year ago

“10/10!!! Not only does he care deeply, but also is incredibly bright. My outlook on life has improved significantly in only a short time despite starting from an incredibly low and difficult place which I’ve felt stuck in for many years. I look forward to our weekly sessions.”

More than 1 year ago

About Dr. Paul VanPortfliet

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Paul VanPortfliet

Hi, I'm Dr. Paul VanPortfliet. Navigating the ups and downs in life can be confusing, stressful, and feel like a rollercoaster of emotions. However, a clear direction aligned with our personal values can aid us in acceptance of our hardships and commitment to making changes in behavior, regardless of what is happening in our lives or how we feel about it. If you feel like now is the time to begin or resume healing from your past, learning how to effectively manage challenging times in your life today, or developing a clear direction for becoming your best self in the future, I would love to join you in that journey. I am a Clinical Psychologist based in California with 20 years of experience practicing, researching, teaching, and supervising in the field of clinical psychology. I have had the privilege of supporting many adults in their efforts to overcome challenges with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance misuse, and grief arising during times of life transition such as starting/graduating school, beginning/changing careers, coping with the death of a loved one (including reproductive losses), and unexpected traumatic events in life. I will approach our work together through a lens of integral psychology that is holistic in nature and weaves together cultural, psychological, socioeconomic, biological, spiritual, and behavioral perspectives aimed to offer hope for healing as well as discovery of meaning and fulfillment in life. Let's work together on developing a clear direction to help you live a life that you feel is worth living, however you define it!

In-network insurances

More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Depression

Life Coaching

Mental Health Problem

Panic Attack

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Depression

Life Coaching

Mental Health Problem

Panic Attack

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

Alliant International University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1982885158

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.90

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knowledge flexibility & wide range of knowledge & great listening skill

Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

He is the best therapist I’ve ever had in my life, and I’ve had a lot of therapists. He is genuine, smart, compassionate, empathetic, validating, etc… and everything else that’s good in the world. I feel very safe and supported by him. I feel completely understood by him. He has this warm and gentle way about him. He is a breath of fresh air amidst all of the chaos that is going on in the world.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

10/10!!! Not only does he care deeply, but also is incredibly bright. My outlook on life has improved significantly in only a short time despite starting from an incredibly low and difficult place which I’ve felt stuck in for many years. I look forward to our weekly sessions.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Paul takes a mindful approach to navigate feelings that are being experienced. Offers natural approaches to calm one self with their emotions and feelings.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul VanPortfliet?

Generally, Dr. Paul VanPortfliet has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. VanPortfliet's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Paul VanPortfliet accepting new patients?

Dr. Paul VanPortfliet generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. VanPortfliet's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Paul VanPortfliet accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. VanPortfliet is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul VanPortfliet online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. VanPortfliet using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Paul VanPortfliet work with?

Dr. Paul VanPortfliet works with Grow Therapy.

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

Dr. Paul VanPortfliet frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Paul VanPortfliet on their profile.