Paola Johnson, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Paola is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Paola is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish and Portuguese
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Paola
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
My deep belief, rooted in both my practice as a therapist and in my experience healing my own trauma, is that our brains and bodies have the innate ability to heal from trauma when provided with a safe enough space to connect to and experience our internal world. As human beings, we are neurobiologically wired to be in relationships with others. For that reason, I have also learned that a key aspect of trauma recovery involves being in the presence of someone who can create safety and hold space for us to explore our own internal landscapes, somatically experiencing and releasing unprocessed emotions, and the stuck survival response trapped in the body.
In therapy, I take a person-centered approach—you’ll get a chance to share all of your feelings and be heard and understood. I consider my approach holistic and integrative, using interventions informed by Polyvagal Theory and different experiential and body-based modalities such as Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT). We will collaborate on what approach will be helpful and when. This collaboration will help us feel on the same page and help you feel more connected to yourself and more clear and confident about the therapy process.
If you are open to approaches that are alternative to traditional talk therapy and ‘ready to do the work,’ I’d be honored to hold space for you!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Licenses
Paola Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174908271.
- LMFT · California · 104429 · Renews December 2025
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Paola Johnson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Paola Johnson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Paola Johnson speak?
Paola Johnson speaks Spanish and Portuguese.
How many years of experience does Paola Johnson have?
Paola Johnson has 7 years of experience.
Where is Paola Johnson licensed to practice?
Paola Johnson is licensed to practice in California.
Does Paola Johnson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Paola Johnson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Paola Johnson offer?
Paola Johnson offers clients Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Paola Johnson?
Paola Johnson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Paola Johnson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.