Paula Schoenau (She/her)

MA, NCC, LPC, CGP, CCTP
Accepting Clients

Hi, I’m Paula. I think therapy should be accessible to everyone and my biggest goal is to make my clients feel seen, heard and worthy.

Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

I am Brazilian and have experience working with immigrants, LGBTQIA+ populations and I am certified in grief and trauma. My passion is working with individuals who realize there are changes they would like to make in their lives and need support while navigating the discomfort that any change brings.

My Background and Approach

I specialize in working with trans and non-binary individuals and persons navigating loss of all kinds, not only death, and trauma, being chronic, systemic or acute. I hold certifications in grief and trauma work, and will soon be a certified sex therapist.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Most of my career has been providing services for underserved populations, that being, persons that struggle with accessing services and resources. I support queer communities and Latine folx, advocate for their rights and access to equitable care.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Culturally Sensitive Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Feminist Therapy
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Grief or Loss Immigration/Acculturation LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Adoption Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Insomnia
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Sexual Problems
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español, Português
  • Rate: $150 - 200/session

Reach out to Paula