Paulina Butler, LMHCA, WA | Psychotherapist

About Paulina Butler

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Families

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Narrative

EMDR

Person-Centered

Family Systems

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Paulina Butler

Paulina Butler is a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who works with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, burnout, and feeling overwhelmed or stuck. She provides individual therapy for clients throughout Washington via telehealth, with in-person appointments available in Mill Creek. Paulina’s approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. She believes therapy should feel like a place where you can be fully human—not a place where you have to perform, explain yourself perfectly, or have everything figured out before you arrive. She works to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can better understand their patterns, build effective coping skills, and make meaningful changes in their lives. Paulina is trained in EMDR therapy and integrates trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches based on each client’s needs and goals. She is especially interested in helping clients move beyond simply managing symptoms toward understanding and addressing the experiences and patterns underneath them. Paulina also provides therapy in both English and Spanish.

What should a new client know about working with you?

You do not need to know exactly what you want to work on before starting therapy. Many clients begin with something as simple as, “I know I’m struggling, but I’m not completely sure why.” My style is warm, conversational, and collaborative. I will listen carefully, ask questions, help you notice patterns, and work with you to identify what may be keeping you stuck. Therapy with me is not about judging your choices or telling you what you “should” do. It is about helping you understand yourself more clearly and giving you tools to create changes that actually fit your life. Because I am trauma-informed and trained in EMDR, we may also explore how past experiences continue to affect the way you feel, respond, or relate to others today. EMDR may be incorporated when it is appropriate and when you feel ready—we do not have to jump immediately into difficult memories. Most importantly, I want therapy to feel safe enough for you to be honest, curious, imperfect, and yourself.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Our first sessions are focused on getting to know you and understanding what brings you to therapy. We will talk about what has been happening in your life, what you would like to change, what has or has not helped in the past, and what you hope to get from our work together. From there, we will develop a treatment plan that fits your goals. Some sessions may involve talking through current situations, identifying patterns, practicing new skills, or exploring emotions and relationships. When appropriate, we may also use EMDR to work with experiences that continue to feel emotionally “stuck” or influence your reactions in the present. EMDR does not mean you have to tell every detail of a difficult experience, and we will spend time preparing before doing trauma-processing work. You remain in control of the pace throughout therapy. Sessions are collaborative rather than rigid. We will regularly check in about what is helping, what is not, and what you want to focus on next.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office location

Paulina Butler, LMHCA also offers online video visits for patients

Northwest Mental Health Alliance

16300 Mill Creek Blvd, Ste G1, Mill Creek, WA 98012

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Education and background

Practice names

Northwest Mental Health Alliance

Education and training

National University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1255130563

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Paulina Butler?

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

Is Paulina Butler accepting new patients?

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

Does Paulina Butler accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Paulina Butler online?

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

What practice does Paulina Butler work with?

Paulina Butler works with Northwest Mental Health Alliance.

Where is Paulina Butler's office located?

Paulina Butler has 2 office locations in Mill Creek, view full addresses on Paulina Butler's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Paulina Butler?

Paulina Butler frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Paulina Butler on their profile.