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Paula Soria

Paula Soria, LMHC

Therapist in Washington

Helping people build confidence and calm

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24 years of experience listed

LMHC professional credentials

English, Spanish languages

  • Respectful and direct
  • English and Spanish
  • Practical steps

About Paula

Paula Soria is a licensed mental health counselor in Washington with 24 years of professional experience. She focuses on practical support for stress, anxiety, grief, parenting concerns, self esteem, and depression. Paula speaks English and Spanish and meets people where they are during difficult moments.

Her style is respectful, warm, and direct. She listens closely and tailors conversations to each person's situation. Paula aims to help people build confidence, manage daily stress, and respond differently to upsetting thoughts and feelings.

Paula draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to the person in front of her. Sessions often focus on small, doable steps that make routines less overwhelming. She works with clients to notice patterns, test new behaviors, and build skills for coping between meetings.

For parents and caregivers she breaks larger problems into manageable tasks. With grief or loss she helps people pace themselves and find ways to remember while moving forward. For mood and anxiety concerns she helps clients spot triggers and try concrete strategies to reduce intense moments.

Paula encourages people to be realistic about progress and to set clear, practical goals. She supports each person in shaping a plan that fits their life. To begin, people choose the continue button on this profile, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Evidence-based approaches and making therapy fit your life

Paula uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to change unhelpful patterns and build coping skills. One common approach she uses focuses on practical behavior change - identifying small actions you can try between sessions to reduce anxiety and lift mood. This helps with stress, low motivation, and daily routines.

Another frequently used approach emphasizes understanding and labeling emotions so they feel less overwhelming. This technique teaches ways to notice triggers, respond differently in tense moments, and slowly increase confidence in difficult situations such as parenting challenges or grief.

Finding the right method is part of the work together. Paula will talk with each person about their goals, try approaches in session, and adjust based on what helps. The process is collaborative and paced to fit individual needs and preferences.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten commute time, and allow brief check-ins when schedules are tight. Different formats also let people choose sessions that suit quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth, or a preference not to be on camera.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImmigration issuesJealousyMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

24+ years

Credentials

Washington

Languages

English, Spanish

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems can Paula help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting challenges, self esteem, and depression, plus related concerns such as body image, caregiver stress, and panic attacks.

What is her general approach in sessions?

She uses evidence-based techniques and focuses on practical, doable steps. Conversations are tailored to each person's needs and goals.

How much experience does she have?

Paula has 24 years of professional experience working with people facing mood, anxiety, and life transition concerns.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She is a Washington LMHC and practices in Washington state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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