Paul Pasternak, LMHC

Paul Pasternak is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York. He helps people manage anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction. He also supports those facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, career shifts, grief, and issues that come with aging and geriatric concerns.

He brings 25 years of experience across many settings to each session. Paul uses a strength-based, client-centered way of working. He focuses on what the person wants to change and follows their lead in setting goals.

Sessions typically produce a clear care plan tailored to the client's needs. Techniques from motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy are used to shape practical steps toward those goals. Progress is reviewed and the plan is adjusted as needed.

Paul aims to create a calm, empathic setting that acknowledges past trauma and respects each person's pace. He emphasizes realistic steps and steady progress rather than quick fixes. He encourages hope and commitment as the main fuels for lasting change.

People who choose him can expect direct conversations about what matters most to them. The work often includes learning new coping skills, shifting patterns of thinking, and taking concrete actions to improve daily life. Paul is available through the platform and sessions are scheduled according to his availability.

Therapeutic approaches for online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's goals. The therapist creates a respectful space and helps people decide what changes matter most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to break unhelpful patterns. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build commitment one step at a time.

Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. Paul will collaborate with each person to figure out which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying things, noting what helps, and adjusting the plan together.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing time spent traveling. Online work can make it easier to schedule brief check-ins, handle caregiver or work commitments, or continue care after a move. Confirm the current session options before booking to see which formats are available for scheduling.