Paul Schroeder-Haag, LPC

Paul Schroeder-Haag became a therapist to put a wide range of life experiences to work helping others navigate difficult moments. He is licensed in Wisconsin as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and he completed a master’s degree in criminal justice in 2006 before returning to school to earn a master’s degree in counseling in 2013.

His practice focuses on people who have experienced trauma, survivors of domestic violence, and those dealing with anxiety, depression, adjustment and relationship concerns, and addiction. Over the years he has worked with people who have been homeless, those struggling with substance use, survivors of abuse, individuals who have caused harm, members of the clergy, parents, and many others. Paul adapts his approach to the needs of each person - some concerns benefit from cognitive work, others from somatic techniques, some clients welcome a Biblical perspective, and still others need behavioral or solution-focused strategies.

He attributes his ability to help to a combination of varied life experience, formal education, and a laid-back demeanor. His current clients often comment that he is relaxed and easy to talk to. He invests time in getting to know each person’s story and remains in ongoing study to stay informed and better equipped to support those he works with.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy

Paul often integrates client-centered therapy into online work, which emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the client leads the pace and focus of sessions. This approach helps people who need space to explore feelings, build self-understanding, and strengthen personal resources.

He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT - to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns. When past trauma is central to a person’s experience, trauma-focused therapy is used to address distressing memories and the ways those experiences affect current functioning.

Determining the best approach is a collaborative process. Paul works with each person to weigh their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts techniques over time so the work fits the individual. Online therapy offers practical benefits for this process - sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location.