Paula Lowden , LPC

Paula Lowden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oregon with 14 years of professional experience. She focuses on supporting people through grief and loss, building motivation and self-esteem, addressing depression, and navigating significant life changes. Her work emphasizes practical steps and compassionate listening to help clients regain confidence and clarity.

Paula cultivates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. She aims to help individuals feel heard while working collaboratively to identify goals and coping strategies that fit each person's life and values. She draws on evidence-informed techniques to tailor interventions to the needs in front of her.

Recognizing that beginning therapy often requires courage, Paula acknowledges and honors that decision. Her approach combines warmth with thoughtful guidance to support clients as they move through transitions, process loss, and build stronger self-regard over time.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Paula draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to guide her work online. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take meaningful action aligned with personal values - it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, respect, and listening; it creates a space where clients can explore their experiences and build self-understanding, which can support growth in areas like self-esteem and relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Paula works collaboratively with each person to determine what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions so techniques are practical and relevant to the client’s current life circumstances.

Online therapy with Paula can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care during busy seasons, periods of change, or when in-person visits are not feasible, while allowing therapists and clients to focus on progress and practical tools that support everyday life.