About Paula
Paula Weatherby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 22 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Paula also lists communication problems, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, and women's issues among her areas of attention.
Paula works with people to talk through what feels difficult right now. Sessions emphasize straightforward conversation about current problems and practical ways to respond. She helps clients name patterns that get in the way and try small changes to test what works.
Her approach centers on building trust so difficult thoughts and feelings can be spoken about without blame. Paula encourages clients to take gradual steps toward goals such as better boundaries, clearer communication, or managing urges that lead to addictive behavior. She pays attention to how everyday routines affect mood and motivation.
For someone wrestling with a major life change or an unclear next step, Paula offers time to sort options and examine values. She supports work on reconciling guilt or seeking forgiveness when that is important. The focus is on practical strategies and steady progress rather than sudden fixes.
Paula conducts sessions in English and practices from California. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before booking and to follow the site process to begin.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Paula uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete skills and behavior change. One common approach she uses involves helping people identify unhelpful thoughts and test alternative ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and stress. Another approach centers on behavior change strategies that break down goals into small, achievable steps to manage impulses or addictive behaviors.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Paula will discuss options with each person and adapt methods to fit specific goals, needs, and preferences. That collaboration helps decide whether to focus more on thought patterns, behavior experiments, or practical communication skills.
Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when useful, and avoid travel time. It can also let someone continue regular sessions while managing a life change or a new routine, while the therapist and client adjust focus as progress is made.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include communication problems, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, and women's issues.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
She emphasizes open conversation and practical strategies. The work looks at patterns, tries small behavioral changes, and focuses on what helps in daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of professional work experience as a clinician in California.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds the credential LCSW and practices in California.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.