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Paul Sohr

Supportive counselor for life and relationship challenges

LMHC Florida

Experience
15 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT
Approaches
Gottman Method, Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Paul

Paul Sohr is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, and grief.

Background and approach

Paul emphasizes practical steps and clear conversation so people can make changes that matter in daily life. He believes clients are the experts on their own stories.

Sessions focus on what a person wants to change and on small, doable steps toward those goals. Paul uses a mix of approaches rather than one fixed method, matching tools to each person's needs.

In session he blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and elements of the Gottman Method when relationship patterns come up. He also draws on mindfulness and motivational interviewing to increase awareness and sustain motivation.

That means sessions may include direct skill practice, real-life homework, and gentle exploration of values. Paul has 15 years of professional experience and works with a wide range of life concerns, including family of origin issues, codependency, trauma and abuse, and sexual diversity topics such as BDSM and kink.

He also supports people dealing with addiction, bipolar mood challenges, impulsivity, and blended family stress. People find his style straightforward and respectful.

He offers video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Paul speaks English and accepts international clients who prefer online sessions.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Paul blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and elements of the Gottman Method in online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's goals, helping them feel heard and clearer about next steps. CBT targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with practical exercises and short homework to change how someone thinks and acts. The Gottman Method offers concrete ways to notice and shift relationship patterns and improve communication when couple concerns arise.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Paul will talk with clients about their goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. The plan can change over time as progress and priorities evolve, so the process stays collaborative.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and skill practice. Phone sessions are a good option when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for shorter updates, brief coaching, or when someone prefers writing to talk. These options help people access consistent support without rearranging their whole day.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Paul help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting concerns, and many related difficulties such as codependency and trauma.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are collaborative and straightforward. He combines supportive listening with practical skill-building and clear steps to try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
Paul has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL LMHC, and practices from Florida.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients for online work.
Which session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTDepressionADHD

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexuality

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

15+ years

Licensed in

Florida

Languages

English