About me
Hello there and thank you for clicking on my profile. If we meet, the first thing you will notice (after my well earned wrinkles) is that I have an Irish accent! I came to the USA over 40 years ago to work at the World Bank. Then I retrained as a clinical therapist so I could focus on supporting individuals and couples in need using both my clinical training and experience as well as my life experience around the world and in the US.
Something has brought you to this site today! Perhaps there is a deep rupture in a relationship due to a betrayal of trust or a deep disappointment. Or maybe there is a low and slow sadness as you and your partner grow further apart , or an accumulation of external factors that drains away light and warmth. Whatever brings you here today, just know that your desire to build a stronger relationship is a courageous and powerful desire anchored in love. Couples work is demanding and often it is possible to see some positive results quickly. There is no magic in this work. Often the highest and fastest benefits can come from adjusting some key communications patterns and behaviors using well tested tools and techniques.
In the case of major betrayals or disappointments couples work requires deep mutual efforts to gradually rebuild trust. And this can be done... where there is will , there is a path forward. Whatever your couples or relationship goal is I hope you do find the support you need. And I will be delighted to meet you if you decide to work with me. All best wishes, take great care, Paula
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationships
- Grief
- Self esteem, Motivation
- Depression
Addictions , LGBT , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Years of Experience: 20
Services offered
Messaging
Phone
Video
Licensing
VA LCSW 0904007247
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Paula Donovan. 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.
We've had numerous therapist in the past 14 years and Paula has by far been the absolute best, who I hope to continue seeing forever, (even if all
Seems good
Paula is just phenomenal, I highly recommend her to any couple who think they might need help.