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Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut, LCPC, LPC, LPC-MH

Experienced counselor guiding meaningful change
  • CBT and DBT informed
  • Trauma-focused care
  • Compassionate guidance

About Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut is a seasoned counselor who brings 17 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals seeking change and greater well-being. She combines practical therapeutic strategies with a warm, encouraging perspective that helps clients build tools to move beyond the issues that bring them to therapy. She emphasizes small, daily sources of strength as fuel for sustained progress and encourages clients to notice and use those moments as motivation for forward movement.

Her background includes raising three daughters and enjoying time with four grandchildren, an experience that informs her compassionate approach to life transitions and family concerns. She aims to tailor each treatment plan to the unique needs of the person in front of her, blending evidence-based techniques with a strong focus on self-kindness and emotional healing.

Her therapeutic style integrates cognitive behavioral methods, client-centered practices, solution-focused strategies, psychoanalytic ideas, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral work. She also teaches clients how to use healing-oriented approaches to cultivate greater gentleness toward themselves. When clients are ready to begin, she offers guidance meant to support more productive daily living and meaningful change. She emphasizes understanding over judgment and works collaboratively to help clients begin a new chapter in their lives.

Dr. Ehrmantraut holds LCPC, LPC, and LPC-MH credentials. These indicate that she is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Licensed Professional Counselor with a mental health designation, reflecting formal training and state licensure to practice counseling.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut have?

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut has 17 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LCPC, LPC, LPC-MH. License details are: MT LCPC BBH-LCPC-LIC-1196, SD LPC LPC-MH30682.

In which languages does Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut located?

Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut is located in South Dakota.

How can I work with Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Paula Ehrmantraut 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy has been found to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.



One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility often makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule and to maintain continuity of care through life changes.



All therapists involved are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they need a different clinical fit. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible, practical way to get consistent support while using evidence-based approaches tailored to their individual needs.

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