Paul Brunner

Paul Brunner is a licensed clinical social worker with LCSW and CSW credentials and 15 years of experience in mental health. He began his career in the Army in 1999 as a mental health technician, completed undergraduate study while enlisted, and later earned an MSW. His background includes an additional tour as an Army Officer and work as an active duty social worker, with licensure in both Colorado and North Carolina.

He has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Paul has provided trauma-based therapies and substance abuse treatment to Veterans, and has delivered specialized care for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. His clinical focus areas include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, compassion fatigue, LGBT issues, family concerns, sleep problems, self esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

Paul believes in honoring where clients are in their lives and supporting them through the process of healing and moving beyond the past. He integrates evidence-informed approaches with attention to each person’s immediate needs and goals.