- Trauma-informed approach
- Sleep-focused support
- Skills-based methods
About Paul
Paul Brunner is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people who are stressed, anxious, or struggling with sleep. He works with individuals coping with trauma, depression, anger, substance issues, and concerns about identity or self-worth. Paul draws on a direct, practical style to help people find clearer days and better rest.
Paul has 15 years of experience in mental health and served in the U.S. Army in a range of clinical roles. He completed a Master of Social Work degree and holds LCSW and CSW credentials for Colorado and North Carolina. Much of his work has focused on military populations and veterans, including trauma-focused care and substance use support.
In sessions he uses structured methods such as cognitive behavioral approaches and skills-based work to address sleep problems, anxiety, and mood. He also uses mindfulness practices and techniques for processing difficult memories to help people manage distress and reduce symptoms that interfere with daily life.
Paul aims to meet people where they are and build practical plans that fit their routine. He emphasizes small, manageable steps and clear skills people can use between meetings. The goal is to improve coping, stabilize mood, and help people sleep and feel more present during the day.
People looking for help with sleep, trauma, or persistent anxiety will find a clinician with a background in trauma care, substance use treatment, and military behavioral health. He works in Colorado and conducts sessions in English.
How his approaches translate to online care
Paul uses cognitive behavioral work to help people change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that disrupt sleep and increase anxiety. CBT often includes homework and practical sleep routines to improve nights and days. DBT offers skills for managing strong emotions, reducing impulsive reactions, and improving distress tolerance when sleep and stress interfere with functioning.He also uses EMDR-style trauma processing and mindfulness practices to help people notice the body and mind, reduce reactivity, and process difficult memories. These approaches are used collaboratively - the therapist and client decide together which methods fit best for the issue at hand and the person's goals.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow people to use skills between meetings in their usual environment. Confirm the specific session formats offered before booking so you know how appointments will be conducted. The focus is on practical tools, clearer routines, and finding strategies that work in everyday life.
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Experience
15+ years
Credentials
North Carolina, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, sleep problems, and related issues such as substance use, compassion fatigue, and self-esteem.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, skills-focused approaches such as cognitive behavioral methods, DBT skills, mindfulness practices, and trauma processing to help people manage symptoms and improve sleep.
What is his professional background?
He has 15 years of experience in mental health, served in the U.S. Army in clinical roles, and has provided trauma and substance use treatment for veterans.
What credentials and region does he represent?
He holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Colorado with licensure details for Colorado and North Carolina recorded.
Which languages are used in sessions and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking to learn the formats he offers for meetings.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
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