About Paula
Paula Mierzejewski is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of professional experience in California. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or career struggles. Paula aims to make the therapy room feel approachable and calm so clients can speak openly about what matters to them.
She focuses on practical steps that fit into everyday life. Sessions often look at patterns that keep someone stuck and try small changes that can make daily routines easier.
How Paula works
Paula supports clients working through depression and major life changes by helping them identify strengths and realistic goals. Paula emphasizes a nonjudgmental approach. She listens carefully and asks straightforward questions to clarify what a client needs right now.
Together they set short-term goals and check progress so work in therapy feels focused and useful. Her style is direct but empathetic, helping people build confidence and motivation over time. Paula encourages experimenting with new ways of coping and reflects on what works and what doesn’t.
People often come to Paula when they need help managing emotions that interfere with work, relationships, or day-to-day tasks. She helps clients break big problems into smaller steps and practices skills you can use between sessions.
What Paula works with
The areas below are the ones Paula selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | LMFT |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 10 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Paula uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and managing everyday challenges. One approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking and then practice clearer, more balanced ways of viewing stressful situations to reduce anxiety and worry. Another approach centers on building routines and small behavioral steps to boost motivation, improve mood, and increase confidence over time.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Paula will work with each person to clarify goals, try different strategies, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. She checks progress regularly and prioritizes methods that fit a person’s needs and daily life.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow a face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier when less bandwidth is available or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging make it simpler to check in between sessions or fit brief conversations into a busy day, giving more options for consistent support.
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