- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Paula
Paula Lowden is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Oregon with 14 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with grief, relationship concerns, parenting stress, low self-esteem, and big life changes. Paula focuses on practical support for everyday problems so people can feel more steady and make decisions that fit their lives.
She uses clear, conversational work in sessions. That means talking through what's happening now, naming patterns that came from family of origin, and trying simple, doable shifts in thinking and behavior. She draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered work to help people notice what matters and take steps toward it.
Paula also brings existential ideas into conversations about life purpose and midlife questions. Those ideas help when people want to weigh values, meaning, and commitments. Motivational Interviewing is part of her toolkit for building momentum when change feels hard.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and goal-aware. People who come for grief, caregiver stress, or challenges around commitment and separation find focused discussion and practical next steps. Paula works with aging and geriatric concerns, cancer-related stress, and caregiver strain as part of her broader practice.
She conducts therapy in English and does not accept international clients. When someone is ready to begin, the usual process is to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online booking flow.
How her approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when uncomfortable feelings are present. It helps people who are stuck in painful thoughts to reconnect with what matters and try small, meaningful steps. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-directive conversation where the client sets the pace and topics. That approach is useful for building self-understanding and working through concerns like self-esteem or grief.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Paula will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean combining elements from ACT, client-centered work, or motivational interviewing to support motivation and clearer decision making.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy week, allow for shorter or more frequent check-ins, and remove travel time. Talk with the therapist about what scheduling rhythm and session length will best fit your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with relationship strain, grief and loss, parenting stress, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes. Family of origin issues and midlife concerns are also listed areas of focus.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is conversational and practical. Sessions focus on naming patterns, clarifying values, and trying small changes that fit daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 14 years of professional experience as a licensed counselor in Oregon.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds an LPC credential and practices in Oregon.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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