Paula Johnson, LCSW, CFTP. CTP., Certified Trauma Professional

Paula (Paula (she, her)) Johnson, LCSW, CFTP. CTP.

(She/Her/Hers)

Certified Trauma Professional, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

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Updated 30+ days ago
10 years in practice

I'm trained in several different therapy modalities.

I am looking forward to meeting you. I've been practicing for 10 years in a range of treatment settings from child protection services, crisis intervention, intensive inpatient hospital, intensive outpatient programs to my current private practice. I enjoy connecting with clients and helping them reach their true potential in a supportive, calm, and non-judgmental environment. My goal is for clients to be comfortable so that I may assist them in moving forward from traumatic areas that affect their current life. I use a strength-based, trauma-informed and a holistic approach to therapy. I understand the importance of a client’s background and/or upbringing in therapy. I enjoy helping a person’s growth transition in therapy and I am grateful for the chance to be a part of that transition. I have extensive training in trauma and PTSD in adults and children. I am certified in EMDR and in emergency responders from NERPSC.I am a certified trauma professional and a certified family trauma professional from the international association of trauma professionals. I continue evidence-based training through out the year to ensure I am up-to-date and well-rounded in my therapy approach.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Cisgender WomanAsexual

Practice hours

Sun
closed
Mon
closed
Tue
8:00 am 4:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am 4:00 pm
Thu
8:00 am 4:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am 3:00 pm
Sat
closed

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Abuse
  • Academic Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Childhood Abuse
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting Concerns
  • Perfectionism
  • Personal Growth
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial/Cultural Oppression or Trauma
  • Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
  • School Concerns
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Assault
  • Spiritual/Religious Concerns
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
  • Women's Issues
  • Work/Life Balance

Age groups

  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)
  • Seniors (65 or older)

Special groups

  • Active duty military
  • Adult children of alcoholics
  • Immigrants
  • Neurodivergent people
  • People of color
  • Professional Healthcare Providers
  • Veterans

Treatment specialties

Therapeutic modalities

  • Individual Therapy

Treatments

  • Schema Focused Therapy
  • Brainspotting
  • Anger Management
  • Attachment-Based Therapies
  • Culturally-Sensitive Therapy
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Internal Family Systems Therapy
  • Somatic Psychotherapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Faith-Based Therapy
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Coaching
  • Counseling
  • Brief Psychotherapy

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

$175 — $180per session

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – Arizona
  • Out-of-network insurance
  • Out-of-pocket
  • In-network insurance
  • I offer a free consultation

Payment methods

  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card

Credentials

Licenses

  • LCSW

    State of Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners

    19603, Arizona

Certificates

  • Certified Family Trauma Professional

    Evergreen certifications

    Extensive training and experience in trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD.

  • Certified in EMDR and Consultant in Training

    EMDRIA

    Extensive training in EMDR, assist other clinicians in EMDR training, coaching and consulting.

  • Certified in Brainspotting

    BrainSpotting

    Extensive training in complex trauma and complex PTSD.

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