Ms. Paula A Lavocat, LCMHCS, LCAS, NCC

(She/Her)

EMDRIA Certified Therapist™

EMDRIA Approved Consultant™

Online Therapy

About Me

I am a trauma-focused therapist specializing in CPTSD, as well as an EMDRIA Approved Consultant working with basic trainees up to CITs. I enjoy facilitating a healing space where clients reach their goals and live more adaptive lives.

Education & Experience

I hold a masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Campbell University. I am an EMDRIA Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness. I trained directly under the founder of ICM, Dr. Jamie Marich. I also have received specialty training in dissociative experiences. I have scheduled consultation groups and individual consultation appointments. Accepting new CITs.

Serves clients in

  • North Carolina (NC)
  • South Carolina (SC)

Specialty Area

  • ADHD/Neurodiversity
  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Addictions
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Eating Disorders
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Somatic Issues
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • First Responders
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Underserved
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealth

UMR, MedCost, Contigo, Self-pay