- 16 years experience
- Illinois LCPC
- Focus on anxiety
About Paula
Paula Lawrence is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 16 years of experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, anger, and big life changes. Paula aims to make the first step into therapy feel achievable and respectful.
Paula builds sessions around clear, everyday conversation. She creates an open space where clients can talk about thoughts and feelings without judgment. The work often involves learning practical ways to reduce panic symptoms, cope with cravings, and handle relationship tensions.
Her approach centers on collaboration and problem-solving. Paula and the client set goals together and try different strategies to see what helps in daily life. Sessions often include skill-building around emotion regulation, communication, and managing triggers.
Over her career Paula has supported people facing mood and anxiety concerns, obsessive thoughts and behaviors, and difficulties tied to money, work, or identity. She also addresses issues like attachment concerns, control struggles, and forgiveness work when those come up.
Paula practices in Illinois and conducts therapy in English. If you are considering help for panic or anxiety, she encourages taking the next step and completing the simple intake to match with her. The process begins by selecting Start Therapy and completing a short questionnaire to schedule a first appointment according to availability.
Approaches that help with anxiety and life transitions
Paula uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations toward practical change. One common approach focuses on managing anxious thoughts and panic symptoms through step-by-step skills. This can include breathing and grounding practices, pacing exposure to feared situations, and learning how to notice and respond to worry differently.Another approach emphasizes behavior and routine changes to reduce cravings and compulsive actions. It helps people identify triggers, try alternative behaviors, and build small habits that reduce impulsivity and strengthen daily functioning.
Finding the right method is a collaborative process. Paula works with each person to test approaches and adjust based on what feels useful. Goals, personal preferences, and real-life demands help shape which techniques are tried and how quickly they change.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit work on anxiety into a busy life by removing travel and allowing appointments during breaks. It can also support shorter check-ins or phone conversations when bandwidth or camera use is a concern. Licensed professionals can help tailor session length and focus so therapy fits everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Paula address?
She works with people on stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, and money or career stress.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Paula emphasizes open, nonjudgmental conversation and practical skill-building. She collaborates with clients to set goals and test approaches that help in everyday life.
What is her professional background?
She has 16 years of professional experience working with anxiety, mood concerns, and related issues. Her work includes helping people manage impulses, anger, and relationship challenges.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
Paula is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Paula?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an appointment based on the therapist's availability.