What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Paula is extremely understanding and supportive of everything we talk about. She provides great guidance and has become a person I feel safe to confide with and seek help from.”
More than 1 year ago
About Paula Phelps
Focus areas
Anger Management
Mood Disorders
Stress Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Mood Swings
Worry
Mental Health Problem
Stress
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Paula Phelps
I believe one of the critical components of therapy is providing a safe and trusting environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself openly and honestly.
My approach is to meet you where you are and focus on concerns that are important to you. Working together, we will identify aspects of your life that impact your well-being, including your mind and physical health, support systems, cultural identity, environment, and faith/spirituality. Together, we will collaborate on goals while learning practical techniques to improve your skills and progress at your own pace toward growth. I utilize a broad and integrative approach to therapy by implementing various psychotherapeutic procedures to best match your unique needs.
I specialize in working with individuals living with HIV and other morbidities. I also work with the LGBTQIA+ community and others processing life transitions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, and self-esteem challenges. I understand the barriers to making that first call, so I aim to make it as easy as possible to get started. If you have questions, schedule a free 15-minute consultation to discuss how therapy can help. I offer my consultation and therapy sessions through video.
I hold a Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach, which informs my compassionate and evidence-based approach to care.
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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
Education and training
- California State University, Long Beach, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1598969255
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Paula is extremely understanding and supportive of everything we talk about. She provides great guidance and has become a person I feel safe to confide with and seek help from.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Paula Phelps work with?
Paula Phelps works with Rula Health - L.A. East.
What are common reasons for patients to see Paula Phelps?
Paula Phelps frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Paula Phelps on their profile.
What languages does Paula Phelps speak?
Paula Phelps speaks English.