Paula Schneider, LCSW

Paula Schneider is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who brings deep experience supporting individuals, families, and couples facing a wide range of life challenges. She has worked extensively with people affected by addictions and eating disorders, and with the co-occurring issues that often accompany those concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, parenting difficulties, and family of origin dynamics. Her practice has also included supporting family members who are trying to understand and help loved ones in recovery or coping with disordered eating.

Her clinical background spans 12-step philosophy and therapeutic community settings as well as evidence-informed approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic therapies, motivational interviewing, structural family therapy, and internal family systems work. This breadth of experience allows her to tailor interventions to the needs of each client and family system.

Paula approaches therapy from a stance of respect and nonjudgment, viewing blame and shame as barriers to growth. She emphasizes self-understanding and self-acceptance while working collaboratively with clients to set clear goals and move toward meaningful change. In sessions she balances reflection, honest feedback, and encouragement, appreciating the courage it takes to begin therapy and the privilege of accompanying people through their progress.