Paula Martin, LPC

Paula Martin brings forty years of commitment to the helping professions, shaping a practice grounded in practical experience and genuine engagement. She earned a Master’s degree in Human Services, a graduate credential focused on the skills and theories used to support individuals and communities. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - licensed in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and she also holds a national counselor certification, reflecting national recognition of her counseling training and competence.

Her career has included work across child welfare, criminal justice, education, the corporate sector, and military family life programs for all branches, giving her a broad perspective on how personal and systemic challenges intersect. That range of settings has honed her communication and engagement abilities and informed an eclectic, person-focused approach to treatment. She integrates Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to create individual plans that emphasize behavior change and overall personal development.

Known for an energetic manner and a sense of humor, she is experienced at building rapport even with clients who are initially resistant to therapy. Her work centers on empowering individuals to examine and change the thoughts and behaviors that shape their lives, advancing gradual, sustainable change. She approaches treatment with a holistic view of behavior modification and a belief that growth is possible when people are supported to take responsibility for their own progress. Paula Martin’s background and approach suit people seeking practical strategies, thoughtful support, and a therapist who combines warmth with clear therapeutic methods.