Paula Mardit, LPC

Paula Mardit is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor practicing in Michigan. She holds a B.S. in Special Education from Wayne State University and an M.A. in Counseling from Oakland University, and brings 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults.

Her clinical work centers on evidence-based methods, with a primary focus on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-oriented therapy. She addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, career issues, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, anger, and self-esteem. Her background in special education gives her additional insight into autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, cognitive impairment, and learning disabilities, allowing her to adapt interventions to meet diverse needs.

Paula specializes in supporting teens age 12 and up as well as adults across the lifespan. In early sessions she invites clients to share what feels comfortable and to identify goals when they can; when goals are unclear she works collaboratively to define concrete, achievable objectives. Her approach emphasizes practical strategies and measurable steps to help clients make progress.

She offers flexible scheduling beyond standard weekday daytime hours, including evening appointments until 8pm EST and weekend availability between 9am and 2pm EST, to accommodate varied schedules.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Paula primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-oriented therapy in her practice. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and difficulties with sleep or eating. Solution-oriented therapy focuses on concrete goals and practical steps, supporting clients who want to build coping strategies for life changes, career or parenting challenges, and relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Paula collaborates with each client to determine which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or during workday breaks, and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult. For many clients, the variety of remote options supports consistent engagement and steady progress.