- Cognitive-behavioral focus
- Solution-oriented therapy
- Adolescents 12 and older
About Paula
Paula Mardit is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 20 years of experience. She works with adults and adolescents 12 and older on common problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and sleep or eating concerns. Paula also helps people dealing with career issues, life changes, ADHD, trauma, and self-esteem struggles.
Her style emphasizes clear goals and practical steps. Paula uses cognitive-behavioral approaches and solution-oriented therapy to break problems into manageable parts. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, testing small changes, and building skills that reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day functioning.
Paula’s background includes a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Wayne State University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Oakland University. Her earlier work in special education informs how she supports people with autism spectrum traits, ADHD, learning differences, and age-related concerns. That experience shapes how she explains strategies and sets realistic targets.
During the first meeting she invites clients to share what feels most pressing and to outline any goals they have. If someone is unsure, she helps clarify priorities together. The practical focus means sessions often include homework, skill practice, and concrete plans to try between meetings.
Paula schedules weekday daytime and some evening appointments, and can sometimes meet on weekend mornings. Payment uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
Approaches used online and how they help
Paula commonly uses cognitive-behavioral techniques, which focus on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different responses. That method helps with anger, anxiety, sleep problems, and mood by teaching concrete skills people can try between sessions.She also applies solution-oriented therapy, emphasizing small, practical steps to change current patterns. This approach is useful when someone wants quick, workable strategies for frustration, work stress, or relationship strain rather than long explorations of the past.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paula treats collaboration as central: she listens to your goals and preferences, then suggests methods to try. Together you track what helps and adjust the plan as needed so the focus stays useful and realistic.
Session format options are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current online session choices before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let someone continue support during life transitions or while managing caregiving and work demands.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger or frustration does she address?
Paula helps with losing temper with close people, building resentment, work frustration, and coping with someone else’s anger.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses cognitive-behavioral techniques and solution-oriented methods. Sessions focus on skill building, testing changes, and setting clear goals.
How much experience does she bring to sessions?
She has 20 years of counseling experience, including prior work in special education that informs support for neurodiverse challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan and works out of that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and getting started work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.