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Immediate openings available! Are you haunted by past experiences that make life feel overwhelming? Perhaps you're carrying the weight of traumatic experiences or overcome with depression that makes it hard to find joy or purpose. You might look fine on the outside while fighting these inner battles, and wondering if anyone truly understands. As a former first responder, I saw firsthand how upsetting events can impact you, your family/peers, and your sense of well-being. Get support from someone who understands your unique challenges and uses proven techniques to help you rebuild a sense of safety, purpose, and inner peace. Using approaches like CBT and EMDR, I'll help you develop practical tools to calm overwhelming emotions, quickly heal from the past, and build lasting resilience. In session you can expect me to help you: 1) Transform anxiety into inner peace 2) Develop healthier thoughts + beliefs 3) Replace self-doubt with confidence 4) Regain a positive outlook on life. Ready to live a life unburdened by depression, trauma, or emotional pain? I'm dedicated to helping my clients transform their challenges into strengths, finding lasting peace and purpose along the way. Break free from the emotional weight that's been holding you back- Take the first step and message me. Let's start your journey towards healing today! Specialties: I specialize in working with clients who are anxious, depressed, burnt out, trauma, and also serve police and first responders. Together we'll make a plan for how to tackle your challenges so you feel more empowered and in control of your life. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter. Credentials & Experience: I have a MA in Social Work and have several years experience across a variety of clinical settings.
"I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR which explores how negative thoughts and traumatic events affect your emotions and experiences. In session, I'll help you learn how to re-frame those thoughts to change your feelings for the better. This approach can help you develop a more positive outlook on life and improve the quality of your relationships."
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Free Consultation
15 min · Online
Individual Therapy
50 min · Online
Sliding scale available.
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Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · LCSW
Paul Gaunya · Verified June 2026
Education and Years in Practice
Attended University of CT, Masters of Social Work in , Graduated 2022
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Membership from University of CT
2022
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I take Aetna, BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, ConnectiCare, and more. I always verify your insurance before our first session to ensure it's covered. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
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I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR which explores how negative thoughts and traumatic events affect your emotions and experiences. In session, I'll help you learn how to re-frame those thoughts to change your feelings for the better. This approach can help you develop a more positive outlook on life and improve the quality of your relationships.
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