Monique Paulus

Monique Paulus is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience. She offers straightforward, compassionate support for people wrestling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. She aims to help clients find practical ways to feel steadier day to day.

Her work focuses on real-life problems like panic attacks, workplace stress, and relationship challenges. She listens for what matters most and helps people break concerns into manageable steps. Sessions tend to center on setting clear goals and trying small changes that build confidence over time.

Monique has worked with people in high-stress roles, including veterans and first responders, and with those navigating identity and recovery issues. She pays attention to how past experiences shape current behavior and mood. Her approach mixes direct strategies with careful listening to respond to each person’s needs.

She commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when past events are part of what’s keeping someone stuck. Those methods are adapted to fit the person and the situation rather than applied the same way to everyone.

Monique practices in Idaho and holds licenses in Arizona, Montana, and Idaho. She speaks English and does not currently work with international clients. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment.

How these approaches guide online work

Monique uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT sessions often include learning simple skills to reduce anxiety and manage mood. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their reasons for change and boost motivation in a collaborative way.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client review goals, life demands, and what feels most useful. They then try methods that match those needs and adjust the plan if something isn’t helping.

If you prefer online sessions, confirm current session options before booking so you know the available formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when needed, and allow conversations without traveling. The therapist will help arrange sessions that aim to fit therapy into everyday life while focusing on practical steps and steady progress.