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Paula Odom, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Paula is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Paula. View 31 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York

Recent reviews

Paula is empathetic and insightful. I trust her expertise and knowledge. Great human being and professional.

Reviewed August 2024

Talking with my therapist has given me tremendous insight into my situation . She helps me to see clearly and think logically. I can face difficult moments with calm and composure.she helps me realize that my story is that of many others and that I am not alone.

Reviewed March 2024

More about Paula

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York State with over 20 years of experience working with youth, individuals, and families. I've worked with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, career issues, depression, parenting issues, emotional abuse, and physical trauma. I've also worked with people who have experienced feelings of trauma related inequity and oppression in their everyday and work lives.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and rational- emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Domestic violence Multicultural concerns Prejudice and discrimination

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Paula Odom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275810012.

  • LCSW · New York · R072264-1 · Expires August 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Paula Odom

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

31 reviews

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Paula is empathetic and insightful. I trust her expertise and knowledge. Great human being and professional.

Reviewed August 2024

Talking with my therapist has given me tremendous insight into my situation . She helps me to see clearly and think logically. I can face difficult moments with calm and composure.she helps me realize that my story is that of many others and that I am not alone.

Reviewed March 2024

I'm so greatful to have met Paula. Whenever we have a session I feel seen and heard as she allows me the space to process what I'm going through and to explore possibilities that are out of my comfort zone. I started with Paula only a few months ago and already feel great improvement with managing my depression and learning about harmful patterns or behaviours that I'm learning to change. Thank you Paula for paving the way to my authentic self.

Reviewed September 2022

Paula has helped me navigate my complicated life circumstances. She is someone I trust and is an excellent listener, very empathetic and possesses immense wisdom. I am also wiser because of her.

Reviewed November 2022

Wonderful therapist. Incredibly empathetic, respectful, thoughtful, and caring. The best therapist I’ve ever had. Cares greatly for people and great with LGBTQ+ clients. Grateful I found her.

Reviewed August 2022

Paula has really allowed me to take control of my life and showed me what agency I have and the power I have over my present and future. She's allowed me to break past the shackles of my trauma so I can start living my life. She has a warm, kind demeanour and is able to tailor the therapy to the individual and guide them through their concerns. I can never be grateful enough for her assistance.

Reviewed July 2022

Paula listens to me and is empathetic and very helpful. She gives me good ideas on how to deal with my problems.

Reviewed July 2022

Paula is an incredible therapist and notably empathetic. She’s helped me gain confidence and allowed for me to express emotions I hadn’t previously recognised to create more sense stability in life. 10/10 will recommend, approachable and responsive.

Reviewed June 2022

I immediately felt a sense of peace our first session. She understand what is needed, when to just listen, when I’m becoming overwhelmed in our conversation and always give me reinsurance before It becomes to much. She’s honestly a breath of fresh air for me. Never judges always understating and so calming. I greatly appreciate what she has been and continue to do for me! Thank you so much

Reviewed May 2022

Paula is someone who respects who you are and helps you further realize your best self. I often have had my concerns minimized in the past when seeking counselling but Paula truly hears you and seeks to empower you through empathy and understanding. I'm do glad to have found such a supportive and compassionate counsellor.

Reviewed April 2022

Paula is extremely helpful and very understanding and willing to help walk me through what I am going through. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs warmth, guidance and help she is amazing! 10/10!

Reviewed April 2022

Paula is an incredibly compassionate, patient, calm, understanding, highly intelligent and open-minded therapist. She immediately adapted to my needs and made me feel safe and secure from the first second of our conversation. She not only actively listened to what I had to say, but also guided me through my struggles and gave me a new perspective on them. Therapy with Paula feels light and hopeful - I am always looking forward to our sessions.

Reviewed March 2022

Paula always makes me feel heard and i feel that the wisdom she shares allows me to break free from the problems that I've been struggling with. So grateful to have her.

Reviewed March 2022

Paula has been fantastic and has really helped me during a very difficult time in my life. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed March 2022

Paula is an amazing therapist. I felt so lucky to have been matched with her on BetterHelp on the first try. She is so empathetic to marginalized populations, loving towards the LGTBQIA community, respectful and kind. She is intuitive and gives gentle guidance without being preachy. She has taught me so much and I feel so blessed to have her helping me to heal.

Reviewed February 2022

Very understanding and sympathetic. I feel very comfortable talking with Paula.

Reviewed February 2022

I love the idea of this website. It’s amazing for me who hates going somewhere that I’m not comfortable with and try to open up to a stranger. It’s costing a lot of money, even on the financial plan though. It’s not sustainable for me.

Reviewed February 2022

I’m not sure if I should call her Paula or Dr. Odom but either way she has been really great. It has been really hard to find and therapist that is engaging in the conversation responds to my messages and to the conversation and gives perspective.

Reviewed February 2022

I have only met with Paula twice, but I have left each session feeling a huge weight off my shoulders and an outlet to help me work through my anxiety. I really appreciate her empathy and nonjudgmental advice. She gives me things to think about and puts my feelings into words that I couldn't form myself. She also gives me suggestions on something to work on - that is helpful for me because I need to feel like I have something to do to help me work through my complicated life and feelings. Thank you Paula.

Reviewed February 2022

Very kind, easy to communicate with and encouraging.

Reviewed February 2022

I think Paula is intuitive, understanding, easy to talk with and offers practical suggestions with great insight.

Reviewed February 2022

Paula is amazing and has been able to help me so much in better understanding what Im going through.

Reviewed February 2022

Paula is an amazing therapist. She is empathetic, warm, and gives thoughtful insights. She is very knowledgeable and open to minority issues and supportive of the LGTBQ community. She has been an integral part of my healing. I feel so lucky and blessed to have found her on Better Help.

Reviewed September 2021

Paula is a wonderful therapist. She is very real - offering both expert information and occasional relevant personal experiences. A very good balance and non-judgemental manner. . Very attentive to LGTBQ issues. Highly recommend.

Reviewed May 2021

Very kind and uplifting. I'm happy I got matched with her because she made me feel seen and heard. She taught me to treat myself with more kindness and compassion .

Reviewed April 2021

An incredible therapist and incredible human being

Reviewed April 2021

Paula is a great listener and extremely understanding. She’s able to give you honest advice in an approachable way. Her advice real and she makes me feel heard.

Reviewed March 2021

Paula is wonderful. I can’t say enough good things about her. She is perceptive in my concerns and goals and also how I’m feeling throughout each session. We immediately “clicked”. It feels like she genuinely cares and is so easy to talk to! If you’re considering working with Paula— I’m telling you now, you won’t regret it!

Reviewed February 2021

Paula is incredibly insightful. She’s not a “yes” woman, she tells it like it is while being so kind and respectful, making sure you’re truly taking care of your mental health and safety.

Reviewed January 2021

Very nice. Very understanding. Easy to talk to. I got comfortable with speaking to her rather quickly. 10/10 would recommend Paula!

Reviewed January 2021

Paula is a wonderful therapist! She explains things in ways that are easy to understand and gives tips that are useful. She is helping me overcome pandemic trauma and I am so grateful!

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Paula Odom offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Paula Odom works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Paula Odom speak?

Paula Odom speaks English.

How many years of experience does Paula Odom have?

Paula Odom has 6 years of experience.

Where is Paula Odom licensed to practice?

Paula Odom is licensed to practice in New York.

Does Paula Odom accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Paula Odom accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Paula Odom offer?

Paula Odom offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Paula Odom?

Paula Odom can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Paula Odom?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.