Pauline Bernard
Therapy for resilience, connection, and meaningful change
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About
Pauline Bernard, LCSW, CSW, offers therapy focused on helping people move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of connection. She supports clients who are navigating life transitions, feeling weighed down by stress or anxiety, seeking more meaning in relationships, or working through the impact of trauma and abuse. Together, she and her clients explore what may be underneath the pressure they are carrying, then collaborate on steps that support lasting change, stronger self-esteem, and greater confidence in personal and career direction.
Her training includes a master’s degree from Smith College, known for rigorous clinical preparation that integrates psychodynamic therapy with a social justice lens. She also holds a PhD in history and social sciences and a master’s degree in history, which inform a thoughtful, context-aware way of understanding people’s stories and the environments that shape them.
Having lived and worked in the U.S., France, and Italy, Pauline brings particular sensitivity to the experience of searching for stability and belonging in unfamiliar settings. She is attentive to themes such as isolation and loneliness, guilt and shame, forgiveness, and questions of life purpose, and she aims to help clients integrate the many parts of themselves so they can feel more whole. Pauline begins with an introductory session to hear a client’s story and identify goals for therapy, then continues with ongoing sessions designed to turn those goals into practical progress.
Her training includes a master’s degree from Smith College, known for rigorous clinical preparation that integrates psychodynamic therapy with a social justice lens. She also holds a PhD in history and social sciences and a master’s degree in history, which inform a thoughtful, context-aware way of understanding people’s stories and the environments that shape them.
Having lived and worked in the U.S., France, and Italy, Pauline brings particular sensitivity to the experience of searching for stability and belonging in unfamiliar settings. She is attentive to themes such as isolation and loneliness, guilt and shame, forgiveness, and questions of life purpose, and she aims to help clients integrate the many parts of themselves so they can feel more whole. Pauline begins with an introductory session to hear a client’s story and identify goals for therapy, then continues with ongoing sessions designed to turn those goals into practical progress.
- Location:
- Colorado, United States
- Years Experience:
- 8
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, French, Italian
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Career difficulties
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CO LCSW CSW.09931933
- NPI Number: 1669161881
- License: LCSW (Colorado)
Evidence-Based Therapy, Built for Online Connection
Pauline Bernard draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients understand what sits beneath stress and anxiety, relationship patterns, and the lingering effects of trauma and abuse. A psychodynamic approach can help connect present-day concerns to earlier experiences and long-standing relationship dynamics, supporting deeper insight and more intentional choices. She also uses structured, skills-focused strategies that help clients strengthen resilience in daily life, such as noticing unhelpful patterns, practicing new responses, and building routines that support self-esteem and steadier coping. For clients exploring guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, forgiveness, or life purpose, therapy can offer a grounded space to clarify values and move toward goals with greater consistency.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Pauline collaborates with each client to understand what they want from therapy, what has or has not helped in the past, and what feels most comfortable. Together, they can adjust the pace and focus so the process fits the client’s needs, goals, and preferences.
Online therapy makes support more accessible and flexible. Clients can meet with her through video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging when that format feels easier. These options can make it simpler to stay engaged in therapy while managing busy schedules, travel, or life transitions.
How much experience does Pauline Bernard have?
Pauline Bernard has 8 years of experience.
Is Pauline Bernard a licensed therapist?
Yes. Pauline Bernard holds the credentials LCSW and CSW, and is licensed in Colorado (CO LCSW CSW.09931933).
In which languages does Pauline Bernard provide therapy?
Pauline Bernard provides therapy in English, French, and Italian.
Where is Pauline Bernard located?
Pauline Bernard is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Pauline Bernard as my therapist?
You can work with Pauline Bernard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and schedule.
Does Pauline Bernard work with international clients?
Yes. Pauline Bernard works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Pauline Bernard cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.