About

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut brings 17 years of clinical experience to her practice in South Dakota, offering practical tools and strategies to help people move beyond the issues that concern them. She emphasizes finding small positives each day as a source of motivation; that outlook reflects her experience raising three daughters and now enjoying four grandchildren.

Her work combines cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered and solution-focused approaches, integrates psychoanalytic perspectives, and uses trauma-focused CBT alongside healing-oriented practices that teach self-compassion. Treatment plans are tailored to each person’s specific needs and goals, with an emphasis on actionable steps toward change.

Dr. Ehrmantraut works with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT concerns, relationship issues, and depression. She is licensed to practice as a professional counselor in South Dakota and as a clinical mental health counselor in Utah, and she offers a supportive, nonjudgmental environment focused on understanding and forward progress.

When someone is ready to begin, Dr. Ehrmantraut welcomes that first step and provides guidance designed to help clients build a more productive, balanced life.

Location:
South Dakota, United States
Years Experience:
17
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Addictions, Depression, LGBT, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Body image, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compulsion, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disability, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Veterans, Women’s issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: SD LPC LPC-MH30682, UT LCMHC 12837443-6004
  • NPI Number: 1831135359
  • License: LCPC (Montana) #BBH-LCPC-LIC-1196 exp 2025-12-31 • LMHC (Washington) #LH61575860 exp 2026-08-19 • LPC (South Dakota) #LPC-MH30682 exp 2026-11-30 • LCMHC (Utah) #12837443-6004 exp 2026-09-30

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people ask whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can meet with therapists in whichever format feels most comfortable - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.

Sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they decide another fit would work better. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible, practical way to address everyday mental health concerns while maintaining the same professional standards found in face-to-face care.

How much experience does Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut have?

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut has 17 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut holds licensure in South Dakota as a professional counselor and in Utah as a clinical mental health counselor.

In which languages does Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut provide therapy?

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut located?

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut is located in South Dakota.

How can I work with Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

Does Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut work with international clients?

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that may be canceled at any time. For the most current pricing 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 to help match you with Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut. Depending on availability, you can then schedule an initial session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.