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Anxiety Therapy - Virtual Therapy in Texas, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey

I will help you minimize mental suffering, bounce back from setbacks, maintain your calm, and plan ways to minimize the impact of forces beyond your control and avoid the ones that are not. As a bonus – as clichéd as this may sound – coping with stress will make not only you, but the people around you, stronger.

Licensed in TX, DC & NJ. All Appointments Held Virtually.

It's your time.

You may have been experiencing tough and uncertain times for a while. It’s not surprising that you feel anxious. Navigating your world and the outside of your personal life can be challenging.
It’s challenging to maintain the many roles you play … it could be the role of a good mom, teacher, student, spouse, employee, boss, member of the community. You need to be resilient, to bounce back from psychological stress that can come at you hard and unexpectedly.
You may be worried about your health and the health of your loved ones. You may be having difficulty sleeping or concentrating. A chronic health problem may have worsened or you’re worried that it might. You may be concerned about your access to food and medical care. You might be having financial problems or are worried that your financial resources and ability to shelter, feed, and care for you and your loved ones might be limited. Plus, externally-caused events and situations affect everyone around you. Seeing others being affected can trigger or augment your own mental instability.
You are not alone. You don’t have to figure this out by yourself. We all need support at certain times in our lives. Don’t be afraid to reach out for that support. My job and sincere desire are to give it to you. I will help you talk through what’s upsetting you, work on continuing the strategies that have worked for you and revise or tweak the ones that haven’t. These are tools in your tool belt that can be activated with a little assistance. You need to think clearly so you can adjust to the uncertainties and negative changes that are occurring to you and around you and overcome them, knowing bad situations can be corrected and you are in control.
I will help you minimize mental suffering, bounce back from setbacks, maintain your calm, and plan ways to minimize the impact of forces beyond your control and avoid the ones that are not. As a bonus – as clichéd as this may sound – coping with stress will make not only you but the people around you, stronger.

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Patient Reviews

  • "My sessions with Paula over the past year and a half have truly been life changing. She is so compassionate yet firm, and is not afraid to make you dig deep and face your truth. With her guidance I have become a stronger woman and a better partner. She is the first therapist I have worked with, and I feel so lucky to be her client."
    Brandi McElroy, Google Review
    "I have been seeing Paula for a little over a year. I was about to divorce my ex-husband when I started seeing her. She was there every step of the way guiding and helping me process every emotion as they came. Post divorce life has presented new uncharted difficulties. Paula has continued to help me feel like I am thriving and growing into the woman I want to become. I am so thankful and grateful for her ability to ask the right questions to help me get to the goals I have set for myself. I would recommend Paula to anyone I know!"
    Vanecia Brown, Google Review
    "I was hesitant to seek help through a therapist, but one of the best decisions and investment I could’ve made. Although virtual Paula has made the sessions welcoming, I don’t feel judged and sessions have been very impactful to my healing journey."
    Chelsea, Google Review
  • "Paula is phenomenal. I almost always end a session with the will to tackle my issues and change for the better. The work is not always easy but Paula is there to guide you and proved skills and knowledge to help you take control of your life. I 100% recommend!!! Would give more than 5 stars if I could."
    Kiley Paredes, Google Review
    "It was such a pleasure meeting Paula, and having the opportunity for her to help me with my counseling needs. She is so kind and understanding and knows exactly what she’s doing. It’s too bad I didn’t meet her sooner if you need a reliable understanding counselor please do not hesitate to look her up."
    Sheryl, Google Review
    "My teenage daughter has seen several therapist throughout her childhood up until 18, and Paula was the best she ever had. I even had my own sessions with her when I felt I needed a little guidance with some situations with my daughter. She gave me the clarity I needed when I faced challenging decisions I struggled with my teenager. I will always appreciate Paula for her honesty and saying things like they are...Thank you Paula for being there for my daughter, and myself, when I needed your input. You really are the best. Thank you!"
    Dawn Duspiva, Google Review
  • "Paula is without a doubt, the most talented therapist I've ever worked with. Her direct and honest yet compassionate counsel helped me through one of the most difficult times in my life. She helped me to find my value as a man and father after a long and very dysfunctional marriage. Thank you Paula!"
    William Chevalier, Google Review
    "I've had several therapists throughout my life for depression/anxiety, but my experience with Paula has been the most effective and rewarding! She offers a great balance between sincere listening and constructive direction...I always leave her office with a plan that I'm excited to execute. I've made measurable strides in how I cope with work stress and relationship building-with myself and others. There is a depth to Paula's counseling that is difficult to find anywhere else! Highly, highly recommend."
    Jessica Homewood, Google Review
    "I have been seeing Paula for almost a year now...She has helped me work through so many personal matters and has helped me to improve my relationship with others as well as with myself. She is very funny, gentle, and personable in the way that she speaks to me but she also isn’t afraid to tell me what I need to hear. She has empowered me to improve my life in so many different ways and has helped me realize my own strength...I look forward to speaking to her every week and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone in need of a therapist!!"
    Aika Shinkawa, Google Review
  • "I started seeing Paula in March when I was going through one of those down times in life that we all go through sometimes. I cannot express how grateful I am for all of her advice and encouragement. I feel like I am talking to a friend when I meet with her-a friend with an unbiased opinion who gives great advice. I have been to several other counselors but never really wanted to go back. Paula is the first counselor I felt I got a real benefit from seeing. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone to talk to. We all need it sometimes :)"
    Kelly Hobbs, Google Review
    "I went into my first counseling session feeling a little uneasy and doubtful. I had always been that way at the thought of counseling. But Paula made it quite comfortable and easy for me. It quickly became easy to talk with her about everything. She even gave me advice and pointers on how to strengthen my communication skills for at work. It's been liberating to have someone to go to and discuss all of these things that I have felt I needed to bottle up for quite some time. I very much recommend you give her a consideration if you are looking for counseling."
    Dorthy DeLeon, Google Review
    "After going through a very rough time, I decided to go see a therapist which I had never seen before. Paula is so easy to talk to. She is caring, great listener and gives me guidance yet points out the things I need to work on. I feel so comfortable talking to her. Her office is another piece of art. As soon I walk into her office, it’s so cozy and comfortable and being surrounded by the beautiful plants is just what you need to breath."
    kusum Sharma, Google Review
  • "Paula Lenard is an phenomenal counselor. I had my reserves about going to counseling, talking to someone I didn't know about so much and I'm glad I didn't let it stop me. She has truly helped me see me and life through a fresh pair of lenses and I am internally grateful. I have recommended her to everyone I come in contact with that is ensure. Mrs.Lenard is definitely the way to go. I highly recommend her as a counselor and I'm still a client so my work continues."
    Krystal Jordan, Google Review
    "My first time my partner and I did counseling with Paula, I was very nervous and skeptical...Paula was very direct, and “LISTENED” she made great key points and had great communication skills that we had never thought of. She let us take the lead as in the direction of the conversation yet still managed to guide us to our real issues within ourselves and not each other. She is very flexible and works around our schedule which makes it even better. We didn’t feel rushed or bamboozled. We both left feeling as if we’re hope."
    LaBresha McHenry, Google Review
    "Paula is an amazing therapist. She is honest and will push you outside of your comfort zone. She will help you grow in ways that you've never imagined. Hands down, the best therapist I've had. If you're considering Paula as a therapist, please look no further. You will not regret. Thanks for your continued support Paula."
    M, Google Review
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