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Paula Arizola, LPC

Texas LPC supporting healing and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety care
  • Trauma informed support
  • Self esteem and confidence

About Paula Arizola

Paula Arizola is a licensed counselor in Texas with 14 years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation challenges, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and depression. As an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor - she has training in psychotherapy and counseling techniques that support clients as they work toward clearer goals and greater emotional balance.

Paula approaches each person with the assumption that they are the expert of their own story and that they already possess strengths to draw on while facing life’s difficulties. She focuses on building on those assets while offering practical tools and compassionate guidance to address what feels most urgent. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often takes courage, and Paula aims to provide steady support throughout that process. Her practice centers on helping people identify realistic steps forward, explore meaning and motivation, and strengthen confidence as they move through change.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Eating and food-related issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Paula Arizola have?

Paula Arizola has 14 years of professional experience providing counseling and psychotherapy.

Is Paula Arizola a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license information is TX LPC 60705.

In which languages does Paula Arizola provide therapy?

Paula provides therapy in English.

Where is Paula Arizola located?

Paula is located in Texas.

How can I work with Paula Arizola as my therapist?

You can work with Paula through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Paula Arizola work with international clients?

Paula Arizola does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Paula Arizola cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Paula integrates several evidence-based methods into her work and adapts them for online delivery to meet each person where they are. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - helps people clarify their values, accept difficult emotions, and take committed action toward meaningful goals; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and motivation struggles. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships, exploring how early bonds influence current connection and trust, and it can support healing from abandonment, attachment issues, and relational concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and creating a nonjudgmental space so clients can explore their feelings and find their own solutions; it is especially helpful for building self-esteem and confidence.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Paula works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques and pacing to match a client's comfort level and aims to empower clients to be active partners in their care.

Online therapy with Paula is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximize flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain consistency during life transitions, and connect from different locations while working with a licensed professional.

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