At a glance
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Tennessee / 7012
- NPI
- 1902481336
- Experience
- 8 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Tennessee
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational focus
- Client-centered care
- Mindfulness tools
About Paul
Paul Scheppf is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Tennessee who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and struggles with self-esteem. He also supports those facing addiction, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, anger, and major life changes. He presents as calm and respectfully direct, aiming to meet people where they are and help them take the next step.
He uses straightforward conversation to clarify what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on building motivation, identifying small workable changes, and using mindfulness to steady difficult feelings. He adapts the pace and focus to fit what the client needs at that time.
Paul brings eight years of experience in social work to his practice and works from a client-centered stance. That means the person’s goals guide the work rather than a fixed agenda. He encourages practical skills alongside space to process painful memories and emotions.
People often come with relationship stress, career pressure, or feelings of isolation. He also addresses issues like substance use, communication problems, and challenges faced by veterans and first responders. His approach is collaborative and respectful, aimed at helping people regain a sense of direction.
Paul asks straightforward questions and listens for what matters most. He will help set realistic goals and check progress as the work continues. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on his availability.
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How his approaches shape online therapy
Motivational Interviewing focuses on conversations that build a person's own reasons for change. It helps when someone feels stuck, ambivalent, or unsure how to begin changing behaviors like substance use or habits that cause stress.
Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's concerns and priorities. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so the client can decide what matters and set their own goals. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and to notice thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Paul will work collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a client's needs, goals, and comfort level. The plan can shift as progress is made or new concerns emerge.
The practical benefit of online work is fitting sessions into a busy life. Confirm the specific session formats before booking, since the biography does not list them. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit around work, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. The therapist will discuss how to make sessions useful within whatever format is chosen. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueAdditional focus areas
Communication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesSocial anxiety and phobiaTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingExperience
8+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Paul commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma, intimacy issues, anger, and life transitions, plus related problems like communication and family conflict.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He takes a respectful, client-centered approach and uses practical conversation to identify goals and small steps toward change.
What is his professional background?
Paul has eight years of social work experience and practices as an LCSW in Tennessee.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as an LCSW in Tennessee and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to his availability.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers