Paula Lister , LPC

Paula Lister is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma with 30 years of professional experience. She has helped people manage stress and anxiety, resolve family conflicts, work through trauma and abuse, and cope with grief and loss. Paula approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert of their own story and that they already possess strengths which can support growth and healing.

Recognizing that seeking change takes courage, she offers steady support while clients take steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life. Her focus is on partnering with individuals to build on their existing resources and to develop practical ways to move past challenges. Paula aims to create a calm, respectful environment in which clients can explore their priorities, clarify goals, and practice new skills that fit their lives and values.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support

Paula uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building practical coping skills and examining patterns that contribute to stress and mood difficulties. These skills-oriented approaches help people identify unhelpful thinking and learn concrete strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, sleep disruptions, and everyday stressors. She also employs trauma-sensitive methods to support people processing past hurt and abuse, helping them move forward at a pace that feels manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Paula collaborates with each client to determine which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore what feels most helpful and adjust the work over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility for those with busy schedules or limited local options. Sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that works best for them. Working with licensed professionals in these ways can make consistent care easier to access and integrate into everyday life.