Paula OBrien

LMHC, 30 years of experience
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
VirtualAvailable

Hi, I'm Paula, I'm an L.M.H.C. in MA, I've been in the field for 3 decades. I enjoy a reputation for making people feel comfortable in session and working effectively with them to resolve their presenting problems. I work with teens as well as adults to resolve issues from the past so people can enjoy life and meet their fullest potential.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

You should expect to feel that you are in capable hands after our 1st session. Increasingly, as you are more comfortable, you will control how much about yourself that you share with me. During our initial session I'll obtain whatever background history that feels safe for you to share, and I'll start formulating our plan for your success. Our initial session also gives you the opportunity to make sure you feel comfortable with me.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Having helped countless people over the past 30 years, I feel that my ability to connect with and understand clients may be 1 of my greatest strengths. I'm passionate and determined to guide you into a better place. I'll be able to see your potential and believe in you before you are able to do that for yourself.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with survivors. As we start your healing process, you'll experience a positive change in other aspects of your life. With your empowered perspective and unpacking of responsibility that was never yours to carry, you'll begin to thrive.

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Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Often, we can make differences and improvements by simply looking at the content of your thoughts and how those impact your behavior.

Eclectic

It's essential that I meet you where you are. I'll adjust interventions, styles and techniques based on your individualized needs.

Psychoeducation

Frequently, my empowering you with interventions and techniques to manage symptoms and situations is helpful.

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy

Together we'll look at the content of your thoughts for any distortions that are impacting your feelings, and we challenge those for accuracy.

Trauma Informed Care

I specialize in working with traumatized individuals giving me the experience to help you heal.

, 121 ratings

16 ratings with written reviews

June 2, 2026

Absolutely a wonderful match. I’m so impressed by Paula. This is going to be great. I’m so happy.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Paula

March 17, 2026

She was very helpful and understanding, she's knowledgeable and knows what she's doing. Looking forward to continuing to work with her.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 6 with Paula

February 26, 2026

Paula was amazing she listened and understood everything I spoke to her about. I felt safe to talk to Paula about certain things.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Paula