Paula Donovan
Experienced Virginia therapist guiding practical change
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About
Paula Donovan welcomes visitors with a warm, approachable manner and an Irish accent that many notice right away. She came to the United States more than 40 years ago to work at the World Bank and later retrained as a clinical therapist so she could concentrate on supporting individuals and couples, drawing on professional training and life experience gathered both abroad and in the US.
She believes that each person is the foremost expert on their own life, and that the details they choose to share help shape collaborative work aimed at easing and energizing their present circumstances and next steps. In sessions she helps identify and strengthen the relationships, patterns, practices, and personal resources that support resilience and well-being.
Paula draws on a range of clinical approaches in her practice and emphasizes that the essential ingredient is a trusting therapeutic relationship - often with room for some laughter. She understands how losses and disappointments can bring grief, isolation, and loneliness, how traumatic events and ongoing stress can leave body and spirit vigilant and exhausted, and how relationships or illness can sap vitality and hope.
With 20 years of clinical experience and licensure as a clinical social worker in Virginia (license number 0904007247), Paula offers compassionate guidance for those who feel stuck or are seeking renewed meaning. She invites people to explore this new opportunity for support and sends her best wishes for their path forward.
- Location:
- Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 20
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Depression, Grief, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Bipolar, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Codependency, Compassion fatigue, Coping with life changes, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family, Fertility issues, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, LGBT, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Separation, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trauma and abuse, Women’s issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: VA LCSW 0904007247
- NPI Number: 1619204419
- License: LCSW (Virginia) #0904007247 exp 2026-06-30
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy truly helps. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. One major benefit is flexibility - people can connect in the format that fits their needs, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That makes it easier to integrate therapy into busy lives. Sessions are provided by licensed professionals and therapists, and if someone feels they would prefer a different clinician they are able to switch. Online formats offer another route to access experienced care for many everyday mental health and relationship challenges.How much experience does Paula Donovan have?
Paula Donovan has 20 years of clinical experience.
Is Paula Donovan a licensed therapist?
Yes. Paula Donovan is a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia, license number 0904007247.
In which languages does Paula Donovan provide therapy?
Paula Donovan provides therapy in English.
Where is Paula Donovan located?
Paula Donovan is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Paula Donovan as my therapist?
You can work with Paula Donovan by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.
How much does therapy with Paula Donovan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Paula Donovan. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.