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Monique Paulus, LCSW

Licensed LCSW supporting healing and growth

  • Trauma and addiction care
  • Support for LGBT clients
  • Stress and anxiety tools

About Monique Paulus

Monique Paulus is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience helping people navigate complex emotional and life challenges. Licensed to practice in Idaho, Montana, and Arizona, she combines clinical training with a compassionate, strengths-based perspective to support clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction.

Her practice emphasizes individualized care that honors each personĂ¢s unique background and goals. Monique provides guidance for those experiencing relationship strain, workplace stress, identity questions, and the aftermath of traumatic events. She has extensive experience working with veterans and first responders and offers a non-judgmental, collaborative approach to treatment.

Monique aims to create an affirming environment where clients can explore coping strategies, process past experiences, and build skills for daily life. She draws on practical interventions while attending to the broader context of family dynamics, grief, and personal growth, tailoring support to meet specific emotional needs and long-term goals.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAntisocial personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Monique Paulus have?

Monique Paulus has 13 years of experience.

Is Monique Paulus a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: AZ LCSW LCSW-19247, MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-8987.

In which languages does Monique Paulus provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Monique Paulus located?

Monique Paulus is located in Idaho.

How can I work with Monique Paulus as my therapist?

You can work with Monique Paulus through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Monique Paulus work with international clients?

Monique Paulus does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Monique Paulus cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and teaches practical skills to change thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with everyday challenges.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people explore ambivalence and build motivation for change. It can be useful for addressing addictions, readiness for treatment, and making life changes.

Trauma-Focused Therapy attends directly to the impact of traumatic experiences, combining techniques to process difficult memories and strengthen coping resources. This approach supports people working through abuse, accidents, or other traumatic events.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Monique works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and adapts methods over time so the plan fits the person rather than the other way around.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet people where they are, using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations while keeping care consistent and focused on progress.

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