Licensed clinical social worker recordLouisiana
Paul Lewis, LCSW
Louisiana
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Louisiana
- LCSW, licence 1251
- NPI
- 1952636029
- Experience
- 30 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Louisiana
These details come from information Paul supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
- Executive coaching
About Paul
Paul Lewis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Louisiana with 30 years of professional experience. He focuses on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, and executive coaching. Paul also brings experience addressing divorce and separation, first responder issues, and challenges like guilt, shame, and impulsivity.
Paul works in a direct, practical way. He treats clients as the experts on their own lives and builds on existing strengths. Sessions are aimed at clear goals such as managing symptoms, improving communication, or navigating a major life transition.
In therapy he listens for the patterns that keep problems repeating. Then he helps people try different responses and practices they can use outside sessions. That often means setting short-term steps to test what helps and what does not.
Paul’s background includes long experience with trauma and post-traumatic stress concerns, including work with first responder issues. He also supports clients facing relationship ruptures such as infidelity and separation, and those exploring sexuality and non-monogamous relationship structures.
People who prefer straightforward, skills-focused work tend to do well with his approach. He frames sessions around practical coping, clearer decision making, and rebuilding trust with oneself and others. To get started he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Paul uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address common problems like trauma and relationship breakdown. For trauma-related concerns he focuses on stabilizing reactions, managing intrusive memories, and building daily coping skills to reduce distress. For relationship issues he works on communication patterns, problem-solving steps, and rebuilding trust through clear, practiced behaviors.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Paul will work with each person to decide which techniques match their goals, needs, and preferences. He treats therapy as a series of experiments - trying an approach, reviewing how it went, and adjusting as needed together.
The original biography did not specify session formats, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and avoid travel time. Some formats let people check in quickly when time is limited, while others allow longer work on complex issues. Ask about session length and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire to ensure sessions fit your daily routine.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Paul focus on?
He focuses on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, and executive coaching. Additional areas include divorce, first responder issues, and post-traumatic stress.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Paul uses a practical, goal-oriented approach that builds on a person's existing strengths. He helps people set short-term steps and practices to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of professional work experience in clinical settings and coaching roles.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
Paul is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm logistical details when you arrange a session.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
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, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers