Paul Scheppf, LCSW
Licensed in Tennessee · 8 years in practice
Paul Scheppf is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and problems with self-esteem.
License and registration
- LCSW, Tennessee
- 7012 · expires October 2027
- NPI
- 1902481336 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 8
- Languages
- English
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About Paul
Paul Scheppf is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and problems with self-esteem. He also supports those dealing with addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, anger, and the aftermath of trauma and abuse. Paul aims to create an accepting, respectful space where people can start making changes one step at a time.
Paul uses plain conversation to learn what matters most to each person.
Background and approach
He listens first and tailors the plan to individual needs. He encourages practical steps that fit day-to-day life rather than relying on jargon or one-size-fits-all solutions. Over eight years of practice have given him experience with career strain, compassion fatigue, and life transitions.
He has worked with people facing family problems, fatherhood issues, veteran and first responder challenges, and concerns like isolation or social anxiety. Paul draws on client-centered methods, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people notice patterns, calm the mind, and find motivation to change. Sessions focus on small, manageable goals and clearer communication skills.
He offers multiple online formats to make therapy accessible for different schedules and needs. Paul is licensed in Tennessee as an LCSW, and he conducts sessions in English for both domestic and international clients.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Paul lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Communication problems
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Paul names
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Online support
Approaches and online sessions that fit your life
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person rather than a fixed method. The therapist listens closely, reflects what they hear, and helps people set goals that feel right to them. This approach is useful when someone needs a collaborative, respectful space to make sense of problems.Mindfulness therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts and physical reactions without getting carried away by them. Practices can help reduce anxiety, manage mood, and create steadier responses to stress. Motivational interviewing is a short-term, goal-oriented style that helps people find their own reasons to change and build small steps toward those goals.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration guides which methods are used and how sessions are structured.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text messaging offer brief check-ins, quick tools, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or travel schedules.
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Questions people ask
What issues does Paul help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem struggles, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma, anger, and career or life changes.
What is his approach to therapy?
Sessions are conversational and client-centered, with an emphasis on listening and tailoring plans to each person. He uses mindfulness and motivational interviewing to build awareness and momentum for change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including compassion fatigue, first responder and veteran issues, and family-related problems.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Tennessee LCSW, which is a licensed clinical social worker credential in Tennessee, and he provides services from that licensure.
Which languages and regions are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients in addition to those in the United States.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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