Paula Mardit

Paula Mardit is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and eating and body-image concerns. She supports adolescents aged 12 and up as well as adults who are working through relationship problems, parenting strain, grief, trauma, ADHD, and life transitions. Paula aims to make the first meeting simple and welcoming so a family member or individual can explain what matters most to them.

Her counseling style draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-oriented therapy. Sessions focus on clear, manageable goals and practical steps clients can try between visits. Paula adapts her approach when neurodevelopmental differences, learning issues, or aging-related concerns are part of the picture.

She trained in special education with a Bachelor of Science from Wayne State University and earned a Master of Arts in Counseling from Oakland University. That background gives her extra perspective when working with people affected by ADHD, autism spectrum issues, cognitive impairment, or learning challenges.

Paula brings about 20 years of counseling experience to her work. She encourages clients who are unsure what they want from therapy to start anyway, because she will help shape goals together and track progress in simple ways.

Standard weekday daytime hours are available, with some evenings until 8:00 pm Eastern and weekend slots between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm Eastern when needed. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online care

Paula often relies on cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-oriented strategies. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, improve mood, or change eating and sleeping patterns. Solution-oriented work zeroes in on what a person wants to change and tries small, doable steps that move toward those goals.

Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. Paula will talk with the client about their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs, and then suggest methods to try. Together they monitor progress and adjust the plan based on what is working.

The practical benefits of online therapy can include easier scheduling around work or school, shorter check-ins when a quick update is needed, and options that may reduce travel time. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking. Paula offers a range of appointment times including weekday daytime, some evenings until 8:00 pm Eastern, and weekend slots between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm Eastern, which can help fit therapy into a busy routine.