Paul Dearman, LPC
Experienced counselor who listens and supports
Details
| Name | Paul Dearman |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPC |
| Based in | Connecticut |
| Licensed in | Connecticut |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 8 |
About Paul
Paul Dearman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with eight years of counseling and life coaching experience. He practices from Connecticut and works with adults facing common life stresses. Paul aims to make sessions approachable and straightforward so people can talk about what matters most to them.
He helps people manage stress, anxiety, and depression. He also supports those dealing with career questions, addiction concerns, grief, and the fallout from trauma or abuse.
Background and approach
Parenting strain, sleeping problems, anger, ADHD, bipolar challenges, and compassion fatigue are other areas he addresses. Paul favors a relaxed, person-centered style. He emphasizes listening, respect, and humor while helping clients find strengths they already have.
He adapts sessions to each person rather than using a fixed formula. His work draws on Narrative Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside existential and Jungian ideas. That mix lets him combine practical skills with conversations about meaning and life stories.
Sessions focus on clear goals and usable strategies. People can expect to talk through problems, try small experiments between sessions, and reflect on patterns that shape daily life. Paul describes therapy as a collaborative process aimed at practical change and greater self-understanding.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career difficulties among the things Paul works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Paul among the ways he works.
- Existential Therapy: 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.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: 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
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options
Paul often draws on Narrative Therapy to help people look at the stories they tell about themselves and then try out new ways of living those stories. Narrative work can be useful for identity concerns, relationship patterns, and recovering from difficult events.He also uses Client-Centered Therapy which focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people find their own solutions. That approach is helpful when someone needs support to build confidence and self-direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used for practical problem solving and involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. The plan can change over time as needs shift, and decisions are made collaboratively.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is helpful for longer sessions and face-to-face conversation, while phone sessions can work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief updates, coaching-style support, or touchpoints between sessions. These formats make scheduling more flexible and let people fit therapy into busy days.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Paul commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, and career questions. He also helps people facing addiction, trauma, grief, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar challenges, and relationship or family issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is laid back and person-centered, with an emphasis on listening and respect. Sessions blend practical skills with conversations about meaning and personal stories.
What is his professional background?
Paul has eight years of experience working as a counselor and life coach. He has supported clients with a wide range of concerns including trauma and neurodivergent presentations like ADHD and autism-spectrum differences.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Connecticut and holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a working relationship?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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