Paul Brunner, LCSW, CSW

Licensed in North Carolina · 15 years in practice

Paul Brunner works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, or major life changes.

License and registration

LCSW, North Carolina: C007062 · expires November 2026
LCSW, Colorado: CSW.09926354 · expires August 2027
NPI: 1659517837 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 15
Languages: English

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About Paul

Paul Brunner works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, or major life changes. He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Colorado and brings a calm, direct style to sessions. Paul aims to make therapy straightforward and practical so people can use what they learn right away.

Paul has about 15 years of experience in mental health work. Much of his background includes work with military service members and veterans, and he has served as an Army mental health technician and an active duty social worker.

Background and approach

That history informs how he addresses trauma, substance use, and the pressures that follow intense life events. In sessions he uses clear, skills-based approaches. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to challenge unhelpful thinking and on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to build emotion regulation and coping skills.

He also offers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing when trauma memories are a central concern. Paul pays attention to the practical side of change. He helps people set small goals, try different coping strategies, and notice what makes everyday life more manageable.

He also addresses related issues such as sleep problems, self-esteem, impulsivity, and difficulties with communication. People who come to Paul for help can expect a straightforward, respectful approach. He works collaboratively to find what fits each person’s needs and adjusts techniques as progress is made.

Sessions are available through online formats and by phone for people in Colorado.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Paul lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Depression
Compassion fatigue
LGBT
Family conflicts
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
ADHD
Body image
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Approaches Paul names

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Online support

How Paul Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online

Paul often combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing depending on need. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns; it can help with anxiety, depression, and stress. EMDR focuses on processing distressing memories and can be useful when past traumatic events keep causing strong reactions.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. Paul discusses your history, symptoms, and goals and then suggests methods to try. He adjusts the plan as you report what helps and what feels hard, so the work fits your situation and preferences.

Online therapy with Paul is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow for a more conversational, face-to-face feel. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Text and live chat are useful for ongoing skills practice, quick check-ins, or when typing feels more comfortable than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while still using evidence-based tools.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Paul commonly address?

He helps people managing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and compassion fatigue. Other focus areas include sleep problems, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and substance-related issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses clear, skills-based methods that focus on practical change. Sessions mix talking, skills practice, and concrete steps to try between meetings.

How much experience does he have?

He has about 15 years of experience working in mental health, including roles as a military mental health technician and active duty social worker.

What credentials and location should I know?

He holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Colorado. His practice is listed as based in Colorado.

Which languages are used for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions can be done by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on the person’s needs.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin?

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