Paulina Gutierrez
she/her
About
Paulina
Hi, I'm Paulina! What motivates me most is helping people recognize that they don't have to face life's challenges alone. I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation where we work together to better understand what's happening, build on your strengths, and find practical ways to help you feel more confident and move toward the life you want.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, exploring new coffee shops, reading, and playing video games with my daughter. I also enjoy being outdoors, gardening, and believe it's important to make time for fun, rest, and the people who matter most.
Paulina
treats clients with
Stress
Depression
Anxiety
Cultural or Racial Identity
Childhood Challenges
Grief and Loss
Anger
Postpartum Mood Disorders
Relationship Difficulties
Trauma and PTSD
Communities
Paulina
specializes in
Spirituality
Women's Issues
LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Older Adults
Immigrants/Refugees
Approaches
Paulina
can use
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Humanistic/Transpersonal
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Paulina
education and experience
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Bakersfield
- Master of Social Work from California State University, Bakersfield
Paulina
license information