Paula Lister, LPC

Paula Lister is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oklahoma with 30 years of professional experience. She has worked extensively with individuals facing stress and anxiety, navigating family conflicts, recovering from trauma and abuse, and coping with grief and loss. Paula approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilized to address life’s challenges. She emphasizes collaboration and practical support, meeting clients where they are and helping them build on skills and resilience to move toward a more fulfilling life.

Taking the first step toward change can feel daunting, and Paula recognizes the courage that requires. Her practice is grounded in respect for each person’s journey and in helping clients identify meaningful goals, draw on personal resources, and pursue steady progress. She is available to support clients through transitions, healing, and growth as they work toward greater well-being.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Therapy Options

Paula uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on teaching practical coping skills and problem-solving strategies. These approaches help people manage symptoms of stress, anxiety, sleep disruption, and mood challenges by building concrete tools for daily life and improving emotional regulation.

She also incorporates trauma-informed methods that attend to the effects of past adverse experiences, supporting gradual healing and safety while addressing grief and relationship difficulties. These approaches are applied in a way that respects each person’s pace and priorities and is geared toward restoring functioning and connection.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Paula works with each person to identify which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time to ensure the best possible fit.

Online therapy with Paula is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or caregiving responsibilities. These options make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals and to continue therapeutic work from home or another convenient setting.