Paula Cooks, LPC — Therapist in Virginia

Hi there, I'm Paula!

I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, using humanistic and existential modalities. I trust that you hold the unconscious resolution to return to balance. My focus is helping individuals, families, and couples find relief from environmental, situational, and life stressors.

My focus

I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing behavioral problems, ADHD, ODD, ADD, DMDD, PTSD, trauma, addiction, marital and premarital issues, blended family dynamics, grief, anxiety, and depression.

My approach

I use person-centered, solution-focused, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy as my foundation. I also incorporate trauma-focused work, DBT, and REBT to address complex mental health challenges. My goal is to meet you where you are and support your path to stability.

My communication style

I create a client-led therapeutic environment, using interventions and modalities tailored to your culture and comfort level. You guide the conversation while I provide structure and support.

My journey to mental healthcare

I believe every person has the right to choose their unique journey through life without negative external influences. You have the ability to decide your fate and what's necessary for your health and happiness.

My goals for you

We'll set goals together using a SMART approach: simple, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-oriented objectives. This structure ensures your goals are meaningful and support your therapeutic success.

Our first session

You'll receive competent, confidential care with unconditional positive regard for your unique situation. Our therapeutic focus is mental health stabilization, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian, Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Christian Counseling

EMDR

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experiential Therapy

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 12 more

Focus populations

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

+ 29 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Professional Counseling from Mississippi College and a Master of Science (MS) in Community Mental Health Education from Mississippi State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Paula Cooks