Paolina Marano

Adulthood can be exciting, but it can also feel confusing, lonely, and nothing like you expected. Maybe you’re navigating college or building your career, feeling burnt out, struggling with dating or singleness, questioning a relationship, or watching friendships change. Maybe you’re wondering if you’re where you thought you’d be by now. I work with young adults and professionals navigating the pressure, uncertainty, and transitions that come with this stage of life. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing, build confidence in yourself and your decisions, and help you feel more grounded as you navigate this season.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. I draw from CBT and psychodynamic therapy to help you understand your thoughts, navigate difficult emotions, and recognize patterns that may be affecting your relationships and everyday life. Together, we’ll develop practical coping skills, strengthen your confidence, and work toward meaningful changes that align with your goals. I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be honest, feel understood, and explore challenges without judgment. My goal is to help you build insight while developing tools you can use beyond our sessions.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t need to have everything figured out before we begin. Our first session is an opportunity to get to know each other, talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, and identify what you’d like to work toward. We’ll create goals together that reflect your needs, values, and priorities. My hope is that you’ll leave feeling heard, supported, and encouraged as you begin working toward meaningful change.