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Dr. Paul Wright, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Paul. View 59 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Missouri

Recent reviews

Coach Paul is a very good person and therapist. He’s understanding of my situation was Genuine and refreshing.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Wright is quite simply everything I hoped for in a therapist. His empathy, enthusiasm, and kindness are hallmarks of his care.

Reviewed July 2024

More about Paul

  • 10 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Missouri. For over ten years, I have been offering counseling and life coaching services to individuals, couples, and families. Some of my specializations include working with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, emotional trauma, work-related problems, arousal dysregulation, OCD issues, self-sabotaging thought processes, clinical mental health issues, career struggles, and many other significant life challenges. As a mental health specialist and performance consultant, I also enjoy the challenge of working with athletes, businessmen/women, musicians, teachers, artists, and members of the military forces.

My professional orientation centers on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and solution-focused counseling. I believe that therapy is much like a beautiful choreographed dance step. Client and counselor work together to achieve success through a reciprocal relationship built upon respect, trust, and positivity. Entering into the counseling relationship takes extraordinary courage and strength of character. I pride my practice on being welcoming, positive, genuine, and client-centered. This responsibility to help my clients is a sacred trust not taken lightly.

Counseling sessions are generally a combination of talk therapy, discussion, problem-solving exercises, and experiential activities designed specifically to help each client overcome their unique challenges. Some of the tools used in the counseling process include mindfulness training, cognitive reframing, goal setting, positive self-talk, communication skill building, introspection, motivational interviewing, and traditional narrative discourse. In addition to the more traditional approaches, I carry specializations and certifications in performance psychology, clinical hypnotherapy, wellness coaching, and career counseling. I have spent many years living in Europe, Asia, and North America. As such, I enjoy the opportunity to work with clients from very diverse backgrounds.

I truly look forward to working beside you through the counseling relationship. I truly count it as an honor and a privilege to share your life experience.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Eating disorders Self esteem Depression Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Licenses

Dr. Paul Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285253450.

  • LPC · Missouri · 2015002770 · Expires June 2025

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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Dr. Paul Wright

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

Overall rating:

5.0

59 reviews

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Coach Paul is a very good person and therapist. He’s understanding of my situation was Genuine and refreshing.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Wright is quite simply everything I hoped for in a therapist. His empathy, enthusiasm, and kindness are hallmarks of his care.

Reviewed July 2024

Very happy to have Dr. Wright as my therapist. He is friendly and genuinely helpful and concerned with my progress.

Reviewed July 2024

Wouldn't be where I am Today without you. Wouldn't have direction into the future without your guidance.

Reviewed July 2024

I couldn’t have found a better therapist:)

Reviewed April 2024

Dr. Wright offers both a listening ear and an intentional direction based on what you communicate as your needs. He’s incredibly experienced and very skilled in bringing out truths you weren’t aware you were believing.

Reviewed April 2024

He has become that rock in my life that when things go wrong i feel anchored because he has inspired me to look within myself for security. We talk about the future more than the past. Keeping my eyes on the life I want to live

Reviewed February 2024

Dr. Wright really made an effort to get to know me and asked questions about me. He then worked with me to develop goals and out me at ease. That was just on the first visit! The next few visits used a few different methods to help me. He does a great job of balancing listening, asking the right questions, offering advice, and giving me things to work on and think about.

Reviewed February 2024

He's professional, knowledgeable, calm, reassuring, and easy to talk to.

Reviewed January 2024

Dr Wright is amazing. He sensitive to all my needs. He understands. There is no judging. Empathy and his care is very evident and warming. So grateful for finding Dr Wright.

Reviewed December 2023

Cool, calm, and competent therapist.

Reviewed November 2023

Dr. Wright is great. I enjoy our sessions and definitely find them beneficial. He is always prompt with his responses and I feel that he genuinely cares about helping.

Reviewed September 2023

Dr.Paul is a great friend. He had my back and has gone above and beyond for me. While I was away from sessions for 3 years Paul was regularly in my heart. I have a lot of time and love for him. I'm truley greatful for his friendship.

Reviewed July 2023

I enjoyed working with Paul.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Wright is a true blessing in my life. Through his support and guidance I have been able to navigate through many difficulties in my life and I'm glad to continue to work with him.

Reviewed August 2022

Dr. Wright is the best of the best!

Reviewed July 2022

Dr Wright is easy to talk to and my first therapist I truly believe is creating the ground work fir therapy to work.

Reviewed May 2022

Always available and super supportive!

Reviewed May 2022

Dr Wright has been an amazing support for the past few years. The conversations brought light, hope and insights during these darkest days.

Reviewed April 2022

I’ve seen many therapists of all sorts in the past, and finally feel like I’ve got one that I’ve connected with, I can really work with and who gets me!

Reviewed February 2022

HE'S AMAZING!!!!!!

Reviewed January 2022

I feel understood.

Reviewed December 2021

I don't believe in depression until I fell into that rabbit hole myself. Dr Wright has been with me every stage of the way. The writing was a big part of my recovery and I get to share my thoughts anytime, anywhere with Dr Wright, knowing he would understand and help me through.

Reviewed November 2021

He's the best!

Reviewed November 2021

Paul is perfectly suited to me and I am happy with his help.

Reviewed September 2021

Dr. Wright was very helpful to me. He moved my thinking in new and helpful directions. He gave me the confidence to set healthy boundaries with my family while encouraging family activities. My family relationships have improved significantly and I can move forward focusing on the positive. I would highly recommend Dr. Wright and the Better Help Platform .

Reviewed August 2021

Very understanding and offers many ways to deal with your stress and other problems

Reviewed June 2021

Very good and focused. Quick to identify the concerning issues, and to provide targeted solutions..I would definitely recommend Dr Write to friends/colleagues.

Reviewed June 2021

Paul is perfectly suited to my situation. From a professional and personal perspective. Very much rely on his opinion and support.

Reviewed May 2021

Dr. Wright is kind, knowledgeable and will guide you towards better mental health.

Reviewed May 2021

He's great, helpful and is able to frame negative things in a positive way

Reviewed April 2021

After searching online I came across Better Help and searched through the counsellors and stopped at Dr Wright. His profile, experience and the references were enough for me to choose Dr Wright as my counsellor. I was so right with my choice and after a few sessions have been understood, the help that I need has been pinpointed and the assignments are most helpful. Glad I started this journey. Best help at Better help!

Reviewed April 2021

Dr Paul is one in a million. He gives solution focused advice while finding unique ways to help with what you’re going through. Dr Paul genuinely cares. He is passionate about what he does and it shows with the way he’s always so present on our calls. I live in Dubai, yet he always accommodates to my time-zone and understands foreign cultures with an unbiased and open-minded perspective. My first session with Dr Paul was a year ago and he’s aided in my growth tremendously. If you're lucky enough to have found him on BetterHelp, I’m happy for you, you’ve come to the right place.

Reviewed April 2021

He's the best! I'd recommend him to everyone

Reviewed April 2021

WOW! I don’t even know where to start. Starting counseling/ therapy always was difficult for me. I come from a strong family where we’ve always just “figured it out”. I knew there was something I needed help with but couldn’t put my finger on it. Kinda always put it on the back burner type of gal. I had so much anxiety going into my first video session because I couldn’t even begin to start where my issues are coming from or even how or why they start. I can’t begin to tell you how comfortable I felt in our first meeting. Felt like I finally met the friend/person I’ve been needing to finally open up to. I feel no judgment. In fact, I feel like I can fully openly talk to someone who will give me advice on growing and being a better version of myself than I knew I could be. I am in a relationship, and I’m very happy. I decided to take therapy to surface a lot of negativity that’s been haunting me. Dr. Wright, I’m beyond happy I found you.

Reviewed March 2021

Dr. Wright is absolutely brilliant and thoughtful. His approach is non aggressive which helps me feel comfortable. He is reassuring and astute . I truly appreciate the time I have spent with him thus far. I look forward to my sessions every week.

Reviewed March 2021

I was somehow blessed with being paired with Dr. Wright. He has been exactly what I needed in my life. He is very smart and motivating. He approaches my issues by giving me creative, doable, beautiful tools that address my needs. Dr. Wright is one of the most impressive, kind, and helpful people I have ever encountered. It is difficult to overstate how effective his strategies and presence have been in helping me overcome my demons. I highly recommend Dr. Wright to those who truly want to heal themselves and identify and/or harness their own inner light.

Reviewed February 2021

Therapy is often depicted as someone on a couch never making eye contact with someone jotting down notes in a chart. Speaking with Dr. Wright is like video chatting with a friend. He is friendly and has a kind-hearted approach which has helped me connect the dots and understand how my behavior contributed to the concern I bring to the session. I feel a sense of lightness after our sessions, they encourage me to continue my self-work thru the week which is developing into healthy habits of boundaries and communication with others. I am grateful to have Dr. Write in my corner.

Reviewed January 2021

Dr. Wright is thoughtful, helpful and professional. I feel very comfortable with his counsel and would highly recommend him.

Reviewed January 2021

I have gone through a few therapists in my life. Some of them I connected better with, some I had zero connection on any level. What me and Dr Wright have developed in the last few months cannot be easily described. He’s a trusted confidante, who knows how to listen and how to give feedback. He teaches how to change the perspective and how to process emotions in a different, better way. At this stage, I know the work is not done and that I trust him to guide me further. I’m glad our paths have crossed, by what seems like a stroke of luck.

Reviewed December 2020

Dr Wright is amazing !

Reviewed December 2020

Dr Wright is a wonderful coach, counsellor and friend. I am grateful that he is here to help me through this phase of my life.

Reviewed September 2020

The best and most understanding councillor ever ! Been such a great help for me to have Paul here, the person I was 3 months ago is not the person I am now! Paul has been so supportive in helping me become the more improved person I am today ! Thank you Paul

Reviewed September 2020

Dr Paul is amazing. So positive and full of energy. Love working with him!!

Reviewed September 2020

Paul has been very helpful to me. He is open minded, not judgemental, and a good listener. He seems to have a flexible approach that follows what you personally need and want to talk about. He is honest, kind and solution focused.

Reviewed August 2020

Dr. Wright and I have only been talking for a month and I already feel a heavy weight lifted off of my chest.

Reviewed August 2020

I’ve only seen Dr.Paul for a short time, however, I've grown to appreciate the insights he has given me. He is very knowledgeable and he always manages to remind me about the silver lining in every situation.

Reviewed August 2020

Dr Wright has helped me so much with my anxiety over the past few months. Speaking to him helped me get through lockdown and understand myself and what was going on with me even better, and I’m so thankful for everything he’s done for me! He is very knowledgeable about a range of different mental health issues and even if he was unsure about something he would make sure to research it. He is very supportive and always checks in on what you’re upto and gives new ideas of what you can do to help yourself. I have enjoyed my time with Dr Wright and would highly recommend him to anyone!

Reviewed August 2020

A phd certified psychologist and i am a doctor myself, i trust him like he is a close family member of mine. Truly one of the most important people in my life.

Reviewed August 2020

I’ve only been seeing Dr.Paul for a short time, but in that short time we have talked through so many things.

Reviewed July 2020

Dr Wright has been instrumental in my recovery from such a dark and panicky place.

Reviewed July 2020

I would say that I am lucky to have Dr. Paul as my counsellor. Throughout my darkest days when I am so stressed at worked and I felt so lonely during the CoViD-19 outbreak, I could say that talking to him made me feel better and have a positive outlook again. He was so diligent in reading and responding to my journal notes and I appreciate that he shows sincerity and concern in his responses and during our sessions. I would like to thank Dr. Paul for all his help, guidance and patience.

Reviewed June 2020

Having someone to talk to and to get response that it is helping is a great relief. Working with Dr. Wright has helped me in my problems.

Reviewed May 2020

Awesome. He helps me a lot.

Reviewed May 2020

He’s openminded and he would let you talk everything out and start giving you ways on how to cope with these things. He’s a good listener too, I would recommend him to anyone in need.

Reviewed May 2020

Dr. Wright is warm and empathetic, as well as knowledgable. He responds quickly and always has insights to share. I would highly recommend him if you're struggling with a stressful life event.

Reviewed May 2020

Dr. Wright is the BEST! I couldn't have received a better Doctor. He has truly helped me. After our first video call I was crying to my husband. Not due to feeling helpless but due to him making me feel normal & that he was with me 110%. He not only listens but gives me tools to use every day! If you want the right counselor, Dr. Wright is it!

Reviewed May 2020

Dr. Wright is great. He is very helpfull and suportive. Our relationship is building very quickly. He is helping me through both phsycolical and business endevours. He is friendly, helpful, and has great understanding. I would highly recomend him.

Reviewed May 2020

Dr. Wright is very attentive, affirmation, and excellent at asking questions! I’m amazed in our short time of communication so far, how well he seems to understand me and gives feedback in a way that clicks on a personal level. I feel very safe with him.

Reviewed May 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Paul Wright offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Paul Wright 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 Dr. Paul Wright speak?

Dr. Paul Wright speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Paul Wright have?

Dr. Paul Wright has 10 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Paul Wright licensed to practice?

Dr. Paul Wright is licensed to practice in Missouri.

Does Dr. Paul Wright accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. Paul Wright 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."

How can I communicate with Dr. Paul Wright?

Dr. Paul Wright 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 Dr. Paul Wright?

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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