- Practical coping skills
- Adoption and foster care focus
- Collaborative treatment plans
About Paula
Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and substance use concerns. She lists adoption and foster care among her focus areas and also supports people facing issues such as attachment concerns, aging and geriatric issues, and body image. Her tone is warm and straightforward, aimed at practical steps rather than clinical labels.
She brings 17 years of clinical practice to sessions and describes therapy as a collaborative effort. Paula emphasizes finding small positives in everyday life as a basis for change. She aims to teach tools and strategies that clients can use between meetings to handle difficult moments and build momentum.
Her work draws from client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral approaches, along with dialectical behavior and emotionally-focused ideas. That mix guides conversations toward clearer patterns, manageable goals, and better emotional regulation. Paula adapts plans to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.
Sessions tend to focus on practical skill building, clearer communication, and learning kinder self-talk. People can expect direct partnership on concrete steps they can try between sessions. The approach balances emotional understanding with tangible exercises.
Paula works from South Dakota and communicates in English. She accepts international clients and aims to make the process straightforward: choose what to work on, try strategies in real life, and adjust the plan as needed.
Approaches that guide online work and goals
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and helping people find their own solutions. It supports building self-understanding and stronger self-compassion while the therapist follows the client’s lead. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can reduce reactive patterns and improve communication.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process includes checking what works and adjusting the plan over time.
The original profile did not specify particular online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people try strategies between meetings and bring real-life situations into discussion without needing to wait for the next in-person visit.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
Montana, Washington, South Dakota, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Paula address?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and addictions. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, attachment issues, aging, body image, and chronic illness concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions emphasize skill building, clearer communication, and small daily changes that add up over time.
What is her background and experience?
She has 17 years of practice experience. Her approach grew from years of working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and region are listed?
Credentials shown are LCPC, LPC, and LPC-MH. She is based in South Dakota.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.