Paula was attentive and offer good advice and guidance. Overall she is a woman of God. I pray blessings on her live.
Paula Sheppard, LPC
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Paula. View 33 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
Paula is very patient and kind. I appreciate her guidance very much.
More about Paula
- 27 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am licensed in Texas with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Licenses
Paula Sheppard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295911352.
- LPC · Texas · 15499 · 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, 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 Paula Sheppard
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Paula was attentive and offer good advice and guidance. Overall she is a woman of God. I pray blessings on her live.
Paula is very patient and kind. I appreciate her guidance very much.
She is an incredible listener, always giving me the space to express myself without judgment. What I appreciate most is her ability to guide me through difficult emotions while offering practical advice that I can apply in my daily life. Her empathy and genuine care make each session feel like a safe place to be open and vulnerable. If you're looking for someone who truly listens and helps you grow at your own pace, I highly recommend Paula.
Love Paula, she’s wonderful.
Paula has helped me immensely. I wasn't sure if EMDR would actually work but it did wonders on issues I needed to deal with.
Paula is a great asset and kind soul. You’re in good hands with her.
She is the best therapist ever. I like her personality, manner to respond to my problems, always supportive. Very professional.
Love Paula. Always responsive and so kind.
Paula Sheppard is the perfect person God sent to me. I am short of words, I can just be grateful to God
Paula is a strong Christian. Though we are not the same faith, I can work well with her because there is much common ground. She understands that leaning into my re-found faith is important to me. I am divorced. Sometimes, Christian therapists are judgmental on that. I have been comfortable discussing those issues as well.
Paula is wonderful! She’s so supportive and so helpful, she always answers and has me contact her whenever I need to. She gives me hope that it will get better.
Paula is amazing. She listens, helps you work out what direction or steps to take. I feel infinitely better since she has become part of my life
Paula listens and helps me work.out different situations. She is kind and very caring
I came on to better help to get some guidance and realization in my life with some Christian guidance and with Paula, I got exactly that. I got 100% support, love and help to realize my family issues, and to realize what type of person I am and how can I grow and help out everyone around me. What is my purpose and how do I fulfill my purpose while putting up boundaries. In my head, I kept going around in circles on how to establish that but Paula made my path clear and that is all thanks to God that he gave her the tools and she passed them on to me. I have learned so much, I have reconnected with my faith, and with my family, and began to be more joyful with my life thanks to Paula’s guidance.
She is a blessing to me!
I am extremely impressed with Paula’s attentiveness and empathy. From the very beginning, she has been an excellent listener and has shown a genuine interest in helping me work through my issues. She is always fully present during our sessions, actively engaged in our conversations, and never makes me feel rushed or dismissed. What I appreciate most about my Paula is her ability to empathize. She truly understands the emotions and struggles that I am going through and provides me with a safe space where I can express myself without any judgment. Her empathy has been instrumental in helping me develop a deeper understanding of myself and in finding ways to cope with the challenges I face. Overall, I highly recommend Paula to anyone looking for a caring, attentive, and empathetic professional to help them navigate life's difficulties.
Paula has been extremely helpful as my therapist. We were matched perfectly as she is about my same age with grown children like myself. She is able to open me up to see the positives in my life, and to work on gratitude. She turns my anger into encouragement and empathizes with my situation, but at the same time works with me on forgiveness. Never tells me what to do, but just talks about things to make me think and make good decisions.
I have been working with Paula for several months now and she has proven to be an empathetic therapist that truly listens to my concerns and helps me work through them. I feel she deeply cares for her patients and invests the time to get to know you in order to best support your healing. I highly recommend Paula if you are looking for a therapist.
Every person should have their Paula! She is a huge help, and support to me. She is there for me to listen, advice when I ask so and encourage me. It's amazing that she can share her knowledge and wisdom - it's always so useful. Can't wait for more sessions!
Paula is a blessing. She is helping me more than I will be able to describe here. She is amazing! I can’t thank her enough. Paula is simply one of those people that just has “IT”. That gift to help people. Whether it be a reference from the Bible, God, school or life’s wisdom. She always has a way of guiding and helping. I have never felt more comfortable sharing my personal things /problems with someone more than Paula. I’m glad God has crossed our paths. Thank you Paula!
She was awesome
Paula has been phenomenal. We are getting to the crux of a lot of deeply rooted themes that I have not felt safe being vulnerable about with other therapists in the past. Paula encourages you to challenge yourself while feeling safe the entire time. She is the perfect combination of honest and comforting. It’s worked well for me and I can’t wait to see even more progress. Feeling more excited about my life again since getting treatment from Paula. Thank you!
O my!..working with Paula has been awesome. She worked with me for a month on anxiety ,depression and trauma issues. After only four sessions i feel like a different but better person. She listens..really listens...and makes me open up without effort.. she's funny too...My life has new meaning now. Thank you Paula
I’m very thankful that I was matched with Paula. I’ve loved her focus on actionable next steps and her positive attitude. It’s been very helpful to have somebody to discuss my anxiety and concerns with a 3rd party, and I’ve seen progress in those areas in just a few weeks.
I've only had 3 sessions with Paula, and can't wait to see what revelations our next session will bring. She's quickly spotted and explained what was going on with me and given me 'things' to do that will help turn my situation around. i've already implemented a few techniques and found them useful.
She is a wonderful person who always supports and listens to me. I felt like I met a friend that I always knew.
Paula helped me to understand where I was in my mental state. She focused on what I needed at this point in life and made me feel safe talking about these issues. Her Christian belief allowed me to open up and also receive God's word in her guidance and recommendations. Mary Blain
I've been working with Paula on long-term effects (PTSD) of bullying in 4th grade. She suggested that we try EMDR, which she is trained in. After 3 sessions, I'm starting to see the results in terms of my mood being more positive, my thoughts are less negative, and I'm able to be more positive and confident. I'm looking forward to completing this series with Paula.
I have been to 2 Physciarists and several Phycoligists (sorry if they are spelt wrong) over the years I had poor results from them After 4 sessions with Paula I feel much better and have hope for the future
I'm so grateful to be matched with Paula! I'm from Ukraine, and dealing with anxiety has become a bit too overwhelming, but our sessions in a short period of time have helped me a lot to cope with all the stress. If you are struggling with anxiety, Paula is definitely a therapist for you, and I'm really glad to have met her here!
Paula is empathetic, supportive and a great listener everything you'd want in a therapist and more!
Paula Sheppard, in the short time I've been in counseling with her, has helped me a lot with forgiveness issues, being a caregiver to family and friends and emoving negative thoughts. I would recommend her to anyone seeking to heal from toxic family issues, unforgiveness, and poor self-image. She has a lot of empathy, and she's very supportive, giving suggestions to work on for the next session.
She is passionate about helping people. I’m glad to have met her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Paula Sheppard offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Paula Sheppard 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 Sheppard speak?
Paula Sheppard speaks English.
How many years of experience does Paula Sheppard have?
Paula Sheppard has 27 years of experience.
Where is Paula Sheppard licensed to practice?
Paula Sheppard is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Paula Sheppard accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Paula Sheppard 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 Sheppard offer?
Paula Sheppard offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
How can I communicate with Paula Sheppard?
Paula Sheppard 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 Sheppard?
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