- Client-Centered approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Paul
Paul Pasternak is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 25 years of experience. He works with people facing anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship problems, parenting challenges, and life transitions. He also lists concerns such as stress, grief, self-esteem, anger, and intimacy-related issues.
He uses a client-centered approach that focuses on what each person wants to change. Sessions emphasize the person's strengths and goals. He commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to guide practical steps and decisions.
Paul creates an individualized care plan with each person. That plan names specific goals and the steps to get there. Progress is reviewed regularly and the plan is adjusted as needed.
He has worked in a range of settings over a long career, which gives him a broad base of experience to draw on. That background informs how he helps people cope with addiction, manage family and parenting stresses, and adjust to aging or life changes.
People who come for support can expect straightforward conversations about what is most pressing. Sessions often involve identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing different responses, and setting small tasks to try between meetings. The style is collaborative and focused on real-world change.
To begin, the standard process is to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The subscription for sessions can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location.
How his approaches guide online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and feelings. The therapist listens, reflects what is important, and helps shape goals from the client’s perspective. This approach is useful when someone wants to work through personal values, relationship concerns, or major life decisions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It teaches practical skills to test unhelpful thoughts, try different behaviors, and reduce anxiety or depressive patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, stress, and adjustment to life changes.
Motivational Interviewing concentrates on finding and strengthening a person’s own motivation to change. It uses short, focused conversations that help people resolve mixed feelings about change, such as around addiction or behavior shifts.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan over time based on progress and feedback.
Confirm the available session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Those practical benefits often help people keep momentum with their goals.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and parenting challenges, grief, stress, self-esteem, anger, and related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices a client-centered, strength-based approach that follows the client’s goals and priorities.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience working in a variety of settings in New York.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and based in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.