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Marriage Counseling

I meet with couples to get to the root of their difficulties and then work to provide effective therapies to develop the health of their relationship. I am dedicated to client satisfaction and offer a quick response to any inquiries. Call today and begin to set your marriage back on the path you envisioned for it on your special day.

Marriage Counseling Fort Worth, TX

Marriage is not a guarantee of happily ever after, it’s a work in progress that always requires support monitoring, and maintenance. Unspoken issues and perceived slights, resentments, reoccurring arguments, inability to communicate effectively, loss of intimacy, infidelity, and life changes can occur in any marriage.
If these issues are not discussed and resolved, they can fester and become full-blown relationship destroyers. Another major roadblock is when only one person in the marriage acknowledges there are problems and is resistant to examine and make changes for the better. Even when both spouses are eager to make changes, it’s not always easy. We each have our blind spots and sometimes we’re not sure certain problems even exist and yet they can manifest themselves in ways we may not even recognize.
Major elements of an intimate relationship are openness, receptiveness, respect, and clear communication. Often those skills require fine-tuning. For example, in sessions I can help you diffuse disagreements in a healthy, respectful way. For another example, I can help you accept and find workarounds to certain changes that can affect the relationship, such as the kids growing up and moving out, caring for an ill parent, or the unemployment or retirement of one spouse.
With the help of a trained therapist to encourage your exploration into underlying marital issues, you can arrive at clarity and solutions. When I meet with couples initially, I work with them to get to the root of their difficulties and then move on to provide effective therapies to build the health of their marriage. As your therapist, I fulfill the role of an empathetic marriage counselor, a receptive and impartial third party eager to see a couple return to a loving and fulfilling marriage. Call me today and begin to set your marriage back on the path you envisioned for it when you first said “I do.”

Hi There!

My name is Paula Lenard
I am a Native Texan and proud of it! :-), but I do also love to travel and explore the world beyond these Texas borders as often as possible.
It was while studying abroad in London to complete my degree at Texas Wesleyan University-Fort Worth that I learned how important it was to concentrate on hope; to look at possibilities not back at problems. There’s nothing we can do about the past, but we can change what we’re doing now, and that also affects our future. That Solution Focused-based approach completely changed my view about mental health.
There are two things that I adore in life: meeting new people and laughter. I don't think I could live without either. I love connecting with people. The power of connection starts at infancy. I can honestly say, I was served an extra dose of it. I have never met a stranger and never intend to. I'm sure this has something to do with my lifelong desire to be a therapist.
When I'm not in the office other ways I love to spend my time is being with my family and friends. I have two sons: one adult, the other a pre-teen, but I can't deny the love for my "me" time, which usually consists of a Chai Tea Latte (with vanilla), an overstuffed chair, a blanket, and a good book.

  • I have been seeing Paula for almost a year now. Since the very beginning she has always made me feel very comfortable and supported. 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. My life is different in SO many ways from when I began seeing her and she has helped me get to a point in life I have always wished I could be at. I look forward to speaking to her every week and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone in need of a therapist!!

    aika manire, Google My Business
  • 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 My Business
  • 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 My Business
  • Wow, where do I start. She is such a beautiful soul. Talking with her just makes me feel like life WILL get better. I can literally walk into her office broken into pieces and she manages to put me back together during that hour visit. I would recommend anyone and everyone to go see her. I’m very thankful to have cross paths with this wonderful woman.
    Bree Thomas, Google My Business
  • 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 Mundt, Google My Business
  • I’m glad I made the decision to go see her. I won’t say doing the work is easy, but she is SO easy to talk to and so personable that it makes the hard time/hard subjects not so uncomfortable. Do yourself a favor and go see her! One time and you’ll want to keep going back.
    Kendal N, Google My Business
  • Paula is the absolute best. I feel so comfortable while talking with her. If you are looking for a therapist I highly recommend her as she is super professional and very compassionate.