Paulan Lemley (Smith)

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Acute Stress Disorder, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Bipolar, Body Image, Depression, Grief/Loss and Bereavement, Learning Difficulties, Money and Financial Issues, Panic Attacks, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Religious Issues and Spirituality, and Suicide.

THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Hello and Welcome.

My name is Paulan Lemley (Smith)! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who became a therapist to provide person-centered clinical care directly in the mental health setting. I love working with all ages due to my various background studies in child development to gerontology. Clients working with me can expect a safe, non-judgemental space where they are heard, respected and valued. We will collaborate on exploring treatment specific goals that engage in overcoming challenges and barriers to support self-awareness and self-efficacy to encourage change. It is always wonderful to hear from clients when what they have started implementing creates new insights and changes in their lives.

*Remember, Maya Angelou once said – “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you know who you are, what you can rise from, and you can still come out of it.”

Outside of therapy my life looks like working on a ranch with my husband. I enjoy spending time with animals like donkeys, dogs, swans, goats and cows (I have a Texas Longhorn named Coco Chanel). These are just some interesting and fun facts about me that I feel give insight to my personality. I look forward to speaking with you – so please feel free to contact me below. Have a better today than yesterday!!