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Paula Ackermann

Therapist(she/her/hers)
8 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I received my MSW from UNC-Wilmington when I was in my 40's. I'm thankful to have found my passion--I love being present with people, hearing their stories, and working together to create transformation.

My approach to therapy

My style is warm and engaging with a curious and compassionate presence. Our work together is based on what your needs are and what works for you. I primarily work with recent event trauma and developmental and attachmet trauma. I am also a polyvagal informed therapist so I frequently bring your nervous system into the session--I find that an understanding of our biology and how it impacts you can help normalize the human experience.

What you can expect from me

You can expect to feel understood and respected as an individual. You will take away practical tools and a recognition of your strengths and values.


Please book a free 15 minute call on my calendar if you would like to see if we are a good fit for each other!

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Warm, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at UNC-Wilmington
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Sleep disorder, Stress management, Grief or loss, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Relational, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Experiential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2460 Delaney Avenue
    Wilmington, NC 28403