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Dara Paprock, LMFT

Dara Paprock, LMFT

Marriage and Family Therapist
CA
What inspired me to become a therapist is a deep curiosity about people, healing, and how change happens through connection and experience. My work has been shaped by an integrative background that includes Depth Psychology, trauma-informed care, Polyvagal Theory, CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, Family Systems work, and experience with somatic and experiential approaches, including equine-assisted work and the arts. I’ve also been influenced by academic and lived experiences exploring culture, creativity, and recovery, including work on trauma, addiction recovery, and meaning-making after distress.
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About Dara Paprock

Focus areas

Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy
Depression
Sleep Problems

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Culturally Sensitive
Compassion Focused
Relational

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dara Paprock

What inspired me to become a therapist is a deep curiosity about people, healing, and how change happens through connection and experience. My work has been shaped by an integrative background that includes Depth Psychology, trauma-informed care, Polyvagal Theory, CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, Family Systems work, and experience with somatic and experiential approaches, including equine-assisted work and the arts. I’ve also been influenced by academic and lived experiences exploring culture, creativity, and recovery, including work on trauma, addiction recovery, and meaning-making after distress.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I earned my first degree at UW Madison. Sometimes to break the ice with couples, I will let them know that I taught ballroom dancing though mini courses and the University extension to help pay college living expenses. In those days, I often wore combat boots to teach.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I aim to make sure you feel heard by really slowing down and staying present with both your words and your emotional experience. I tend to check in often to make sure I’m understanding you correctly and that we’re capturing what feels most important to you. My approach is grounded in attunement, curiosity, and creating a space where your experience is taken seriously without judgment or rushing toward solutions. Working together is a collaborative and relational process that unfolds over time. I draw from somatic, experiential, and trauma-informed frameworks, and we focus on building safety, consistency, and trust first. I often integrate mind-body awareness, reflective dialogue, and practical strategies depending on your needs. My background also includes teaching dance, mindfulness, yoga, and meditation to veterans, as well as exploring nonverbal communication and relational dynamics through equine work and movement-based practices. All of this informs how I help clients feel grounded, understood, and supported as they move toward meaningful change at their own pace.

In-network insurances

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Gambling Addiction
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Sleep Problems
Therapy
Women's Mental Health Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Gambling Addiction
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Pacifica Graduate Institute, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1689110280

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What are common reasons for patients to see Dara Paprock?

Dara Paprock frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dara Paprock on their profile.

What languages does Dara Paprock speak?

Dara Paprock speaks English.

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