- Direct compassionate care
- Practical skills focus
- Experience with trauma
About Paul
Paul Farley, LPC, helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, and trauma-related concerns. He offers a straightforward and compassionate style for those dealing with panic attacks, social anxiety, and the stress of life changes. The opening conversation focuses on what feels most urgent and what a better day looks like to the client.
He blends practical skills with talk-based work so people can try new ways of responding to hard moments. Sessions might include learning simple behavior changes, noticing thought patterns, and practicing ways to connect more clearly with others. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Paul has eight years of clinical experience and works with adults navigating identity, sexuality, and personal relationships. He has spent time supporting people with trauma histories and those adjusting after major life transitions. His background includes work with young adults and military veterans as described in his biography.
He uses a mix of therapeutic approaches to match what each person needs. Those methods include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Paul focuses on building trust and practical skills so clients can manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Conversations in sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented. He helps people set achievable steps, track progress, and adjust plans as life shifts. This approach supports long-term coping and clearer communication in relationships.
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts without getting swept up by them and focus on actions that fit their values. It can be useful for ongoing anxiety and for people trying to live more in line with what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic-related challenges, and stress management. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on how emotions shape relationship patterns and aims to improve connection and communication between people.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, try methods that seem to fit, and adjust plans based on what helps. That way the work is tailored and can change as progress happens.
Confirm current session formats before booking to know what Paul offers. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can meet during a lunch break or between commitments. Some approaches translate well to remote sessions because they use concrete skill practice and homework that can be reviewed together. The therapist will discuss what will work best for scheduling and the therapeutic goals during the first conversation.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Paul commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and related concerns such as self-esteem, grief, and identity questions.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
His style is compassionate and direct, combining talk therapy with practical strategies from approaches like CBT and ACT to help people change unhelpful patterns.
What is his clinical background?
Paul has eight years of experience working with adults, including young adults and military veterans, and has supported people processing trauma and life transitions.
Where is Paul licensed and based?
He holds an LPC credential and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.