Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
How Paul works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- North Carolina
- Years in practice
- 8
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Paul
Paul Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina with eight years of experience in mental health care. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anger, anxiety, and the everyday struggles that make life feel overwhelming. Paul uses straightforward, practical methods to help clients find better ways to cope and communicate.
He draws on client-centered ideas to build a working relationship where people feel heard and respected.
Background and approach
Paul combines that with cognitive behavioral strategies to identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more constructive actions. Mindfulness and skills from dialectical behavior therapy are added when people need tools to manage strong emotions and improve focus. Paul often helps people dealing with relationship strain, parenting stress, addiction concerns, and changes like divorce or career transitions.
He also supports those coping with trauma, low self-esteem, attention differences, and other life challenges. He aims to teach practical skills that fit into daily routines. Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused.
Paul works with each person to set simple, achievable steps and then practices new skills in session so clients can use them between appointments. He explains strategies plainly and checks in to adjust the plan as needed. People who want direct feedback, concrete tools, and a calm, steady approach often find his style helpful.
Paul offers several remote session formats to make regular work on goals easier to fit into a busy life.
What Paul works with
Everything Paul lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Paul's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Traumatic brain injury
- Young adult issues
Approaches Paul lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Paul uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what matters most to them. This approach emphasizes listening and shaping goals around the person's own values, which helps when deciding practical steps for life and relationships.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors to improve mood and reduce anger or anxiety. CBT provides clear exercises and homework that translate well to video or messaging formats. Mindfulness practices are added to help people notice and tolerate strong feelings without reacting immediately, useful for stress, anger, and attention challenges.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Paul will talk with each person about goals, try techniques in session, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That teamwork helps pinpoint which methods to emphasize over time.
Online therapy lets people fit sessions into busy lives. Video calls support face-to-face conversation and role practice. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is low or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to send updates, ask quick questions, or keep momentum between meetings. These options provide flexibility while maintaining regular progress toward goals.
Questions people ask about Paul
What kinds of concerns does Paul address?
He works with stress, anger, anxiety, trauma, parenting challenges, addictions, relationship and family problems, depression, ADHD, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are client-centered and practical. He focuses on clear goals, skill building, and straightforward strategies that can be used between appointments.
What is his professional background?
Paul has eight years of experience in mental health settings. He combines several therapeutic approaches to match each person's needs.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in North Carolina.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.