Paula Lamanna

LCSW, CASAC
Accepting Clients

Hi, I’m Paula, l can help you step into your power and claim the life you’ve always dreamed of.

Clinical Social Worker in California

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Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

Everyone seems to have it all together, so why don’t you? It’s like you missed school the day they taught the secret to life. You see photos online of your friend celebrating a promotion. Another friend just sent you an invitation to her baby shower. You wish you could be happy for them, but watching those around you accomplish their goals is hard when you’re not even sure what your goals are. Don’t let negative thoughts rule your life. Challenge your limiting beliefs with therapy that works.

My Background and Approach

Using some of the most powerful therapeutic techniques available, including EMDR & ketamine-assisted therapy, along with yoga, breathing techniques and more traditional methods of talk therapy, you’ll discover new ways of thinking and seeing the world. By setting clear and manageable goals, we’ll break the cycle of inertia. Let’s process the challenges you’ve been facing and overcome them together. Find your joy again. Open yourself up to a world of new possibilities and start living a life of excitement and purpose. You deserve healthy, rewarding relationships and a fulfilling career. Find the change you’ve been looking for. Call now to schedule your free consultation.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I don’t believe there’s a mind-body connection. They’re not connected – they’re one entity! Your brain is a part of your body. Therefore, we’ll look at every part of you. Your diet and exercise habits can play a huge role in your mental health, as can sleep habits, substance use, prescription and over-the-counter medications, and social engagement. So, we’ll look at every aspect contributing to your depression and anxiety. Together, we’ll tackle one item at a time. This may feel overwhelming, but we will break things down and take them one at a time in manageable pieces, starting with the things that feel more comfortable for you. It’s a huge undertaking, but I think you’re worth it. As we start isolating the causes of your distress, you’ll start feeling better, which will help build motivation to move forward to the next step. You’ll start to build the strength needed to break through what has been holding you back and take steps toward reaching the life of your dreams.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
Other Techniques
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Nonviolent Communication
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Eating Disorders
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Anger Issues
  • Body Image Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Depression
  • Grief or Loss
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault

Qualifications

License
LCSW, CASAC, State of New York · #085926
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
15 years
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 15 years of practice
  • Rate: $175 - 250/session

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