Paul Dearman, LPC

Paul Dearman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over eight years of experience working as both a counselor and a life coach. He holds licensure in Virginia and Connecticut and currently resides in New York, bringing a broad perspective to therapeutic work across diverse concerns.

Throughout his career he has supported people managing depression, anxiety, substance concerns, family and relationship issues, parenting challenges, career transitions, autism-spectrum related needs, ADHD, and recovery from trauma or abuse. He combines practical strategies with a focus on long-term coping and resilience.

Paul's style is intentionally laid back and tailored to each individual. He emphasizes unconditional positive regard, integrates humor when helpful, and concentrates on drawing out strengths that already exist within the person. His clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and family-systems ideas so that therapy and coaching are adapted to the client's unique goals and circumstances.

He views the decision to pursue a more fulfilling life as an act of courage and aims to support and empower those taking that step. Paul looks forward to working with new clients and helping them move toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps create space for personal growth; it is often helpful for people seeking support with self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can support issues like stress, sleep difficulties, and coping with strong emotions.

Paul approaches treatment collaboratively and will work with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process and adjustments are made together as work progresses.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity of care across locations, and select the format that feels most comfortable for the individual.