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Dr. Paul Dousi

Dr. Paul Dousi

LMFT

Therapist · Texas · 20+ years of experience

Practical therapy focused on hope and action

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  • 20 years experience
  • LMFT in Texas
  • Focus on anger

About Paul

Dr. Paul Dousi is a licensed marriage and family therapist with two decades of experience. He practices in Texas and focuses on common struggles like stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and relationship concerns. He aims to make sessions practical and hopeful so people leave with next steps, not just a conversation.

People who reach out often have trouble with communication, workplace strain, or the fallout from separation and divorce. He asks clear questions at the start to understand what is happening and what the person wants to change. Sessions are described as caring and steady, with some direct challenges when needed.

Dr. Dousi emphasizes actionable goals alongside emotional support. He works to build hope while helping people try new behaviors between sessions. That approach is meant to move problems like chronic worry, anger, or guilt into manageable steps.

He integrates personal values into the process for clients who want that included, while keeping the focus on real-life results. People can expect encouragement, practical suggestions, and room to talk through hard feelings.

With 20 years of practice as an LMFT, he brings experience handling a wide range of relationship and personal concerns. Prospective clients are asked to use the Start Therapy button to begin the matching and scheduling process.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementDepression

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Dr. Dousi uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize clear goals and practical steps. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments to reduce anxiety and anger. Another often-used method centers on improving communication skills so people can resolve conflicts and rebuild trust in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, values, and everyday life. Together they track progress and adjust methods if something is not helping.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking since specifics are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also let people practice new skills between sessions in the places where they live and work, helping change carry over into daily routines.

At a glance

Listed location
Texas
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
LMFT
Languages
English
License (Texas)
LMFT · No. 203576
NPI
1245358076

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does this therapist help with?

He works with people facing stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and relationship or family concerns. He also focuses on communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and workplace issues.

How would you describe his therapy style?

Sessions are caring and practical. He listens closely, offers encouragement, and suggests concrete steps people can try between meetings.

What is his professional background?

He has about 20 years of clinical experience and emphasizes clear understanding of each person's situation before planning next steps.

What credentials and location apply?

He is an LMFT and practices in Texas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with international clients?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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