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Dr. Paul Wright

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Missouri. For over ten years, I have been offering counseling and life coaching services to individuals, couples, and families. Some of my specializations include working with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, emotional trauma, work-related problems, arousal dysregulation, OCD issues, self-sabotaging thought processes, clinical mental health issues, career struggles, and many other significant life challenges. As a mental health specialist and performance consultant, I also enjoy the challenge of working with athletes, businessmen/women, musicians, teachers, artists, and members of the military forces.

My professional orientation centers on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and solution-focused counseling. I believe that therapy is much like a beautiful choreographed dance step. Client and counselor work together to achieve success through a reciprocal relationship built upon respect, trust, and positivity. Entering into the counseling relationship takes extraordinary courage and strength of character. I pride my practice on being welcoming, positive, genuine, and client-centered. This responsibility to help my clients is a sacred trust not taken lightly.

Counseling sessions are generally a combination of talk therapy, discussion, problem-solving exercises, and experiential activities designed specifically to help each client overcome their unique challenges. Some of the tools used in the counseling process include mindfulness training, cognitive reframing, goal setting, positive self-talk, communication skill building, introspection, motivational interviewing, and traditional narrative discourse. In addition to the more traditional approaches, I carry specializations and certifications in performance psychology, clinical hypnotherapy, wellness coaching, and career counseling. I have spent many years living in Europe, Asia, and North America. As such, I enjoy the opportunity to work with clients from very diverse backgrounds.

I truly look forward to working beside you through the counseling relationship. I truly count it as an honor and a privilege to share your life experience.

Years Experience: 10
Location: Missouri, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number: 1285253450
Credentials: MO LPC 2015002770
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LPC (Missouri) #2015002770 exp 2027-06-30
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Eating, Self esteem, Depression, Addictions, LGBT, Family, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Male therapist, Gay, Christian, Older
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Dr. Paul Wright

Experienced Missouri counseling and coaching
  • CBT, DBT, solution-focused
  • 10 years experience
  • Performance psychology focus

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About

Dr. Paul Wright is a state-licensed professional counselor based in Missouri with more than ten years of experience providing counseling and life coaching to individuals, couples, and families.

He addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-esteem struggles, depression, addictions, LGBT-related matters, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and sleep difficulties. He also assists with parenting challenges, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and other clinical mental health issues.

As both a mental health specialist and a performance consultant, Dr. Wright works with athletes, business professionals, musicians, teachers, artists, and members of the military. His therapeutic approach draws from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused counseling, emphasizing a collaborative relationship built on respect, trust, and positive intent.

Sessions typically combine talk therapy, discussion, problem-solving exercises, and experiential activities tailored to each client. He employs tools such as mindfulness training, cognitive reframing, goal setting, positive self-talk, communication skills practice, introspection, motivational interviewing, and narrative techniques to support change.

In addition to clinical work, Dr. Wright holds specializations and certifications in performance psychology, clinical hypnotherapy, wellness coaching, and career counseling. Having lived in Europe, Asia, and North America, he welcomes work with people from diverse backgrounds and enjoys the variety that cross-cultural experience brings to the therapeutic process.

He strives to maintain a welcoming, genuine, and client-centered practice and regards the counseling relationship as an important responsibility. Dr. Wright looks forward to working alongside clients and considers it an honor to share in their journeys toward greater well-being.

Location: Missouri, United States
Years Experience: 10
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: MO LPC 2015002770
  • NPI Number: 1285253450
  • License: LPC (Missouri) #2015002770 exp 2027-06-30

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How much experience does Dr. Paul Wright have?

Dr. Paul Wright has 10 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Paul Wright a licensed therapist?

Yes, Dr. Paul Wright is a state-licensed professional counselor practicing in Missouri.

In which languages does Dr. Paul Wright provide therapy?

Dr. Paul Wright provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Paul Wright located?

Dr. Paul Wright is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Dr. Paul Wright as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Paul Wright through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Dr. Paul Wright work with international clients?

Dr. Paul Wright does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Paul Wright cost?

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How can I get started with therapy?

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