- Men's wellbeing
- Addiction recovery
- Emotion regulation
About Paul
Dr. Paul Van Zeumeren offers a practical, action-oriented approach to therapy. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in clinical psychology and 11 years of experience. He focuses on helping people who feel stuck by using focused interventions that lead to change.
He uses client-centered work to listen closely to what matters most to each person and tailors sessions around those priorities. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more useful ways of thinking. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and mindfulness strategies are woven in when people need help with strong emotions, repeated behaviors, or impulsivity.
Dr. Van Zeumeren has extensive experience with addiction and recovery. His doctoral research and long practice in addiction counseling inform how he blends psychological methods with recovery philosophies. That combination is used to support more stable, lasting sobriety when substance use is a concern.
He also works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, sleep and eating issues, anger, low self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment issues, caregiver stress, codependency, and feelings of isolation or emptiness.
The therapy room is presented as a place to try new behaviors and change perspectives. People can expect practical goals, steps to test between sessions, and ongoing discussion about what is most helpful for their life.
How these approaches translate to online work
Dr. Van Zeumeren draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral methods to guide online sessions. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person, helping set priorities and goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and uses specific exercises to test new ways of responding.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills when strong emotions or impulsive actions are a concern, teaching practical tools for managing distress and improving relationships. These approaches can be blended to match the individual's goals and challenges in a collaborative way. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods feel most useful and adjust as progress is made.
If you prefer remote care, confirm the therapist's current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people join from quieter surroundings. A focus on practical exercises, homework, and skill practice helps therapy translate into everyday life, whether sessions are in person or arranged remotely.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Dr. Van Zeumeren address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and family issues, sleep and eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, career stress, bipolar challenges, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He combines client-centered listening with action-oriented methods like cognitive behavioral techniques and DBT skills to change unhelpful behaviors and thoughts.
What is his background and experience?
He holds a Doctor of Psychology degree and has 11 years of clinical experience, including extensive work in addiction counseling and related research.
Where is he licensed and based?
He practices in California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.