Paula Arizola
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Accepting new clients online
About Paula
I am licensed in Texas with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
What Paula helps with
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Eating and food-related issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Postpartum depression
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
How Paula works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Very patient and understanding. Great therapist overall!”
- “Was a great fit for my son for his first time to help him manage life transitions.”
- “Paula Arizola has been an incredible therapist and a positive influence in my personal growth journey. She is compassionate, attentive, and creates a safe environment where I feel comfortable expressing my thoughts, challenges, and goals. Paula consistently encourages me to reflect on my experiences, practice self-care, and develop greater self-confidence and self-love.<br /> One thing I appreciate most is how supportive she is of my journaling and goal-setting efforts. She takes the time to acknowledge my progress, offers thoughtful feedback, and helps me stay focused on becoming the best version of myself. Through our work together, I have become more optimistic about my future, more present in my daily life, and more confident in my ability to handle difficult situations.<br /> Paula listens without judgment, provides meaningful guidance, and genuinely cares about her clients' well-being. Her encouragement has helped me process stress, setbacks, and personal challenges while continuing to move forward with hope and purpose. I highly recommend Paula to anyone seeking a therapist who is compassionate, supportive, and dedicated to helping others grow.<br /> <br /> Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)”
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- “Very responsive. Gives great growth and skill resources.”
- “The best in listening and giving the most unbiased and sincere advice”
- “Amazing, great listener. Very supportive”
- “Paula has changed my life for the better. I am forever grateful!”
- “BetterHelp offers group and individual sessions that help clients have a better understanding of how to cope with life and its stressors.”
- “Paula is an incredible human and therapist! I’m so lucky to have found her and I look forward to her support and help to reframe my thinking each week.”
- “Paula has helped me tremendously. She is the best!”
- “Paula is very good at listening and understanding what your values are. I would recommend her to anyone who is struggling with family and partner issues.”
- “She is great at listening and giving me feedback and the tools to help myself”
- “Paula is a great. She gives wonderful advice and suggestions on how to deal with my situation.”
- “Paula has been wonderful at giving me tools to cope with my crippling anxiety. I’m grateful for her expertise and her support.”
- “Paula literally saved my life. She was a listener and adapted so well to our discussion. I appreciate her honesty and dedication. Thank you!”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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