About Paula
Paula Soria is a licensed mental health counselor in Washington with 24 years of experience. She guides people through stress, anxiety, grief, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. Paula speaks English and Spanish and focuses on practical steps people can use right away.
Her approach is warm and respectful. She tailors conversations and plans to each person's situation. Sessions are focused on what matters most to the client and on small changes that can lead to better days.
How Paula works
Paula draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage panic, mood shifts, and grief reactions. She also addresses body image, eating-related concerns, caregiver stress, immigration-related issues, and communication challenges. These topics are handled in straightforward, problem-solving ways.
People who want clear tools and steady support often do well with her. Paula emphasizes building confidence, improving coping skills, and identifying unhelpful patterns. She helps clients set realistic goals and track progress over time.
Sessions can include short-term coping strategies and longer-term work on underlying patterns. The tone is collaborative and nonjudgmental. Paula encourages questions and adjusts methods to fit each person’s needs.
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
- Grief
- Parenting issues
Also listed
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Depression
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Immigration issues
- Jealousy
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self esteem
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Training and background
| Register | LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 24 |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Washington |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care
Paula uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach centers on teaching concrete coping skills for anxiety and panic, such as breathing strategies and step-by-step exposure to feared situations. These tools help reduce intense reactions and improve day-to-day functioning.Another common focus is grief and mood work that combines emotional processing with activity planning. This approach helps people honor loss, re-engage with meaningful routines, and lift motivation when depression is present.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss goals, try methods that fit the client's preferences, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Paula encourages questions and partners with people to choose techniques that feel useful for their life.
Online therapy offers practical benefits like scheduling flexibility and easier access to care. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging support shorter updates or ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, family, or caregiving routines.
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