Paul D. Wess, LPCC
Experienced counselor focused on healing and practical change
Details
| Name | Paul D. Wess |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPCC |
| Based in | Ohio |
| Licensed in | Ohio |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English, Estonian |
| Years in practice | 30 |
About Paul
Paul D. Wess is a licensed professional clinical counselor with three decades of experience in Ohio. He holds master’s degrees in psychology and sociology and completed substantial doctoral-level study leading to a C.A.G.S.
He focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, mood swings, or the effects of past trauma. He approaches therapy in a way that blends practical skills and personal meaning. Sessions attend to thoughts, feelings, the body, and personal values.
Background and approach
Conversations are straightforward and aimed at finding clearer ways to cope and make choices that fit each person's life. Paul brings long experience working with relationship strain, addiction, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-worth. He also addresses challenges such as panic attacks, impulse control, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation.
The room is used to sort out patterns and try small changes that can lead to steadier days. Clients can expect methods drawn from Narrative therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). These approaches are used to notice unhelpful stories, build coping skills, and clarify what matters most.
Paul offers sessions in English and Estonian and provides several online formats. He invites people who want practical support and thoughtful reflection to begin a conversation and explore next steps.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger management among the things Paul works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Existential Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Hypnotherapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Jungian Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Somatic Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Internal Family Systems: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Paul directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Paul directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative work and skill-based therapy fit online
Paul uses Narrative therapy to help people notice the stories they tell about themselves and their lives. This approach looks at the labels and patterns people carry and opens room for new, more helpful stories that support change.He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on identifying what matters to someone and building small, value-driven steps toward it. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and to practice concrete skills for anxiety, mood, and impulse control.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online work is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs. Video is useful for in-depth conversations and skill practice, phone sessions can fit shorter check-ins or times with lower bandwidth, and messaging or live chat can work for brief updates or ongoing coaching between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives while keeping the focus on real changes.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Paul commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, and related concerns like shame, abandonment, and isolation.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
Sessions combine narrative exploration with practical skills from ACT, CBT, and DBT. The work mixes talking through life stories and trying concrete coping strategies.
What is his background and experience?
He has 30 years of clinical experience, master’s degrees in psychology and sociology, and a C.A.G.S. reflecting significant doctoral-level study.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as an LPCC in Ohio and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Estonian. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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