Paul Ellingsen, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.67

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.43

“Paul is an incredible therapist, he is so thoughtful and relates so many things to me with clarity and conviction. Love him!”

More than 1 year ago

About Paul Ellingsen

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Paul Ellingsen

I am a family and marriage therapist licensed in California with over 30 years of diverse experience, including work with CPS, adolescent residential treatment centers, substance abuse treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, and conducting psychiatric evaluations in a hospital ER. I hold a Master's in Counseling Psychology from National University. I have seen it all and dealt with it all. I am the author of the upcoming book: “If you have recurring problems, this is probably why.” I am understanding, thoughtful, intuitive, sensitive, and empathetic, and I prioritize assisting each client in reaching their goals in counseling. Some problems in life can be challenging to deal with. It can be hard to make progress or understand why we feel or act the way we do. We can be stifled by fear, hampered by low self-esteem, or suffer from being too hard on ourselves. It can seem that we repeatedly face the same kinds of problems or painful emotions. We can feel stuck. The good news is that although things can seem complicated, there is always a reason-a belief, an experience, a meaning, a fear, or a combination of these-that underlies repetitive problems and difficult emotions such as anger, despair, or depression. My role is to help you sort through these issues, gain clarity and understanding, build resilience, increase your resolve, and develop tools that will enable you to dismantle and break free from negative patterns, painful beliefs, low self-esteem, depression, fear, past trauma-whatever it is. I look forward to working with you.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

National University, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1801966825

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.67

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.43

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Paul is an incredible therapist, he is so thoughtful and relates so many things to me with clarity and conviction. Love him!

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Went well very practical suggestion

May 14, 2024shahid K.Verified patientVideo visit

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Paul Ellingsen?

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

Is Paul Ellingsen accepting new patients?

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

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Can I make an appointment with Paul Ellingsen online?

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What practice does Paul Ellingsen work with?

Paul Ellingsen works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Paul Ellingsen?

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

What languages does Paul Ellingsen speak?

Paul Ellingsen speaks English.

How do patients rate Paul Ellingsen in reviews?

12 patients have reviewed Paul Ellingsen. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 4.43/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.