About me

Hello and thank you for reaching out, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia who received my Bachelors and Master’s degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University (NSU) School of Social Work.
I am a retired Chief Petty Officer with 20 years of active duty service, grew up in the Washington D. C. area who recognizes and embraces difference and ethnic diversity. I am well known for being an extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, and caring mental health professional who has worked with clients including active duty military and Veterans with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
My clinical experience includes the use of Solution Focus, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, and other evidence-based theoretical models and perspective. My counseling style is warm, interactive but, straight forward. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.



My goal is to provide World Class Service, collaborate, and empower you, the client, and build upon what is working for the client by using various therapeutic models and perspectives tailored to meet the clients individual and specific needs. I am here to support and assist you as you work towards reaching your desired goals.

I look forward to working with you!




Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Family conflicts
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Coaching
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Grief , Anger management , Career difficulties , Depression , Coping with life changes , Military and Veterans Issues , Self-Harm

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 6

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

DC LICSW LC200001647

AZ LCSW LCSW-21787

NJ LCSW 44SC06071400

VA LCSW 0904010740


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Paul Clark. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Regain might be different.

Written on Jul 15, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Mr Clark is an excellent therapist who is helping my fiancé and I build our relationship

Written on Jun 10, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Perfect blend of empathy, listening, expertise, experience, and also holding patients accountable.

Written on Jun 03, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

My husband and I just began therapy and we were very pleased with our first session. I feel Paul Clark understood the perspective of both my spouse and I and was intent on helping us communicate and understand one another better. We are looking for to continuing to work with him to develop a better connection and rebuild our bond.

Written on May 20, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Very down to earth and respectful. Listens to both sides and doesn’t judge. Highly recommend!

Written on May 19, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 4 months on issues concerning relationship

Great therapist! Listened to our problems/concerns and was a great sounding board.

Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 8 months on issues concerning relationship

It’s always a pleasure to meet with Paul. He is always timely with managing schedule items and direct in his communication showing support.

Written on Apr 01, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul allows for both parties to express themselves and doesn't take sides in the manner. He looks for a resolution that works for both sides to establish better communication.

Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul is amazing. We’ve had one session with him and he is straight to the point!

Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

We use Paul for couples therapy and he’s a very good mediator. He has pinpointed the route of our communications problems and has provided the resources to remedy them.

Written on Jan 10, 2023 after therapy with Paul for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Paul is great. He listens to us and gives us an honest response without bias.

Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 3 months on issues concerning relationship

He’s a great therapist

Written on Nov 26, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Paul Clark has been a great during the sessions. He is kind, caring and challenging at the same time. Also, he is very insightful and assisted greatly in improving the outlook of the situations at hand. Thank you, Paul!

Written on Oct 08, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul is attentive, caring and competent. A breath of fresh air from my previous experience. I look forward to sessions and I know he has my best interest at heart. His care for his clients’ mental health and his profession is evident and I am so thankful to get his help during this difficult time.

Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

We’ve had a very pleasant experience with Paul thus far and he has definitely strengthened our relationship and made us learn ways to understand each other better

Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship

We love Paul he is very knowledgeable and listens he treats us like family. And doesn’t beat around the bushes. He has helped us so much in just 1 session

Written on Sep 03, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Paul listens and understand and provide real life references.

Written on Aug 05, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul is incredible! From the very first session my partner and I knew we were in the hands of someone who cares. Can’t recommend Paul enough!

Written on Aug 02, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul is a good listener and is able to pick out the important details in an involved scenario. He keeps an air of impartiality and respect at all times and is very clear in his messages. He even injects a little humor when appropriate which is very helpful.

Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Very professional, easy to talk to and understanding. Enjoying working with him. Think he is the perfect person for myself and spouse.

Written on Apr 09, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Great person and easy to talk too. Wish I would have gone to therapy sooner.

Written on Mar 28, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Only our first session...

Written on Mar 02, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul is awesome. I definitely look forward to working with him more.

Written on Feb 28, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Paul is very relatable, down to earth and easy to talk to. He is smart and has helped our relationship a lot.

Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul is super disarming. If you are nervous about meeting with someone, he makes it easy to talk and not feel judged.

Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Paul for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

So far we have enjoyed Paul and looking to make sure we stick with him. Very flexible hours and provides great feedback!

Written on Nov 15, 2021 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Paul is great. He is timely, professional and genuine. He focuses on giving us copeing tools over platitudes and does not come across as judgemental at all.

All in all...top notch help!

Written on Oct 28, 2021 after therapy with Paul for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Mr. Clark is exceptional. He is well versed, very knowledgeable, personable and articulate in a way that you will understand. He is a straight shooter and calls like he sees it in order to give the best couples therapy possible.

Work with me!