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Paul Knight

Practical, compassionate therapy for life’s transitions

LMFT California

Experience
26 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages
English
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About Paul

Paul Knight is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over two decades of clinical experience working in California. He focuses on practical strategies to reduce stress and anxiety, manage mood conditions such as bipolar disorder and depression, and address life transitions that can feel overwhelming.

Background and approach

His work also covers addiction recovery, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and self-esteem concerns, as well as areas like hoarding, personality disorders, autism spectrum considerations, HIV/AIDS, aging and geriatric issues, and self-harm. He draws on a mix of evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic perspectives, and solution-focused techniques to shape individualized treatment.

Sessions are delivered with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and Paul adapts dialogue and treatment plans to align with each person’s needs and goals. With an emphasis on collaborative work, he supports clients as they take the often difficult first steps toward greater wellbeing and empowerment.

Using Evidence-Based Approaches in Online Therapy



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and experimenting with new behaviors; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes in practical, structured ways. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills, which can be helpful for mood instability, intense emotions, and self-harm urges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work together with each client to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in early sessions, adjusting methods over time to find the best fit for the client’s needs.

Online sessions offer flexibility in how people engage with therapy - video calls support face-to-face conversation, phone sessions provide an audio-only option, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit those who prefer written exchange or need shorter, more frequent check-ins. These formats make it easier to fit care into busy lives while maintaining continuity of treatment across different circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Paul commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and self-esteem challenges, plus related areas such as hoarding, personality disorders, autism spectrum issues, HIV/AIDS, aging concerns, and self-harm.
What is Paul’s therapeutic style and approach?
He combines practical, skills-based methods with exploratory talking therapy, using approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside psychodynamic and solution-focused techniques to tailor treatment to each person.
How much experience does he have?
Paul brings 26 years of professional experience to his practice, drawing on long-term clinical work to inform treatment choices and client support.
What credentials and location does he hold?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in California with the credential CA LMFT 44767.
Which languages are sessions offered in and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are conducted in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Appointments can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeHIV / AIDSHoardingPersonality disordersSelf-harm

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Psychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

26+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English