Therapist profile
Dr. Paul Van Zeumeren, LMFT
LMFT focused on relationships and addiction
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- Solution focused interventions
- CBT and DBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
About Paul
Dr. Paul Van Zeumeren is a California LMFT with 11 years of clinical experience who works with adults on stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, and life changes. He holds a Psy.D. in clinical psychology and frames his work around practical, action-oriented interventions meant to influence daily habits and thinking.
He uses insight-oriented psychotherapy to help people notice patterns that get in the way. He draws on solution-focused interventions to set concrete goals and try small changes that can shift perspective. Sessions often emphasize actions people can take between meetings to test new ways of handling problems.
Dr. Van Zeumeren also brings focused experience with addiction concerns. His doctoral work and addiction counseling background inform a blended approach that pairs psychological techniques with recovery-focused philosophies. He aims to support people seeking more sustained sobriety by addressing behaviors and beliefs that contribute to substance use.
He employs methods from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, existential therapy, and mindfulness practices. That range lets him match tools to specific problems such as impulsivity, codependency, caregiving stress, or difficulty managing mood.
People who come for help can expect clear, goal-oriented conversations about what to try next. Dr. Van Zeumeren emphasizes doing the work between sessions and tracking small changes over time. He works in English and sees clients based in California.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Van Zeumeren uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions. Client-centered work focuses on listening closely and reflecting what a person says so they can better understand their own decisions. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors, testing small changes to reduce anxiety, low mood, or unhelpful habits.He also draws on elements of dialectical behavior therapy when emotion regulation and impulsivity are issues. DBT supplies specific skills for managing strong feelings and reducing reactive behaviors, which can be helpful for substance-related urges or relationship conflicts. Together these approaches offer ways to talk through problems and practice skills between meetings.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and daily life. That means trying a technique, checking how it fits, and adjusting the plan if needed.
The therapist's session formats are not specified here, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy weeks, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and avoid travel time. These practical benefits help people maintain steady progress while balancing work, caregiving, and other commitments.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, and several related concerns such as caregiver stress and codependency.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is insight oriented and action focused. He uses solution-focused techniques and practical steps to change unhelpful behaviors and beliefs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of clinical experience and completed doctoral research in clinical psychology that informs his approach.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California and holds a Psy.D. in clinical psychology.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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