Paola Ochoa, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Paola Ochoa

Focus areas

Anxiety

Divorce Counseling

Stress

Childhood Trauma

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Stress Management

Depression

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Christian Counseling

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Paola Ochoa

Hi there, I'm Paola! Life brings experiences that one may not want to navigate alone and therapy can provide a space for sharing and working through them. My goal is to create a supportive and collaborative environment where we can explore your experiences, build on strengths, and together work towards solutions that feel meaningful to you. My focus I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and life changes that may feel difficult to navigate alone. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you may process your thoughts and emotions, better understand your experiences, and work together to identify solutions. My approach My therapeutic approach begins with feeling heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. I appreciate working collaboratively with clients to explore different perspectives and possibilities, validating experiences, and gently encourage accountability where it can support growth. My communication style My communication style is warm, inviting, and compassionate while also being curious and direct when helpful. I value open communication and client feedback as I believe it allows me to better understand your needs and join you in advocating for yourself. My journey to mental healthcare My journey to becoming a provider initially began with a focus on medicine. Over time, I realized that creating meaningful change often starts with understanding and supporting the family system and individual. Therapy felt like the most meaningful way for me to make a difference. My goals for you I help with building meaningful and realistic goals as well as work alongside you to identify steps that can help bring those goals to life. Together, we can explore potential barriers, consider different approaches, and navigate the actions needed to move forward. I enjoy celebrating each accomplishment with you.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

Point Loma Nazarene University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1134771249

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Paola Ochoa?

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What practice does Paola Ochoa work with?

Paola Ochoa works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Paola Ochoa?

Paola Ochoa frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Paola Ochoa on their profile.