- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Client-centered care
About Juan
Juan Pauli is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and depression. He speaks English and Spanish and notes he also speaks Portuguese.
In sessions he focuses on listening closely and letting people say what matters to them. He uses clear, practical conversation to identify patterns that keep problems going. That often means looking at thoughts, behaviors, and emotions together so small changes can make daily life feel more manageable.
He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep the work focused on the person in front of him. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to spot unhelpful thought patterns and test different ways of responding. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation and handling crises when strong feelings get in the way.
People who come to him often want help with attachment or abandonment worries, communication problems, caregiver stress, separation or divorce issues, shame and guilt, or questions about life purpose and money. He also supports those dealing with panic attacks, social anxiety, mood shifts, impulsivity, isolation, and post-traumatic stress.
To begin he asks people to share what they hope to change and what feels most urgent. He works step by step, focusing on concrete skills and clearer thinking. That makes the work feel practical and direct rather than theoretical.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what the person brings to sessions. In practice that means the therapist checks in about what feels most important and adjusts the conversation to match the client's priorities. This approach helps when someone needs space to sort through a big life question. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. Sessions include small experiments and practical homework to test new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is useful for anxiety, panic, mood issues, and problems that feel stuck in repeated patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, provides specific skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It teaches techniques for regulating emotions and reducing impulsive reactions, which can help with stress, relationship conflict, and self-directed shame. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit best for their goals and daily life. That means trying things out and adjusting based on what helps. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is not practical. They can also accommodate language needs, since he offers English and Spanish. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work well at a distance.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also focuses on attachment, abandonment, caregiver stress, and life purpose concerns.
How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He listens first and helps identify patterns in thought and behavior that keep someone stuck. Then he introduces practical skills from CBT and DBT to test changes in daily life.
What is his background and experience?
He is a California LCSW with 30 years of professional experience working across stress, mood, trauma, and addictions.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. He has also indicated conversational Portuguese.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.