- Action oriented
- Addiction focus
- Mindfulness based
About Paul
He draws on client-centered methods to make sessions collaborative and grounded in each person’s priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to spot unhelpful thoughts and shift behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and mindfulness practices are offered to help with emotion regulation and staying present during difficult moments.
Dr. Van Zeumeren describes an insight-oriented approach that looks at patterns that keep problems repeating. He emphasizes short-term, solution-focused steps so clients can try small changes between sessions. That makes work feel concrete rather than vague.
His background includes doctoral research and many years working with people affected by addiction. He blends psychological perspectives with established addiction recovery ideas to support lasting changes in substance use and related behaviors.
Sessions aim to improve relationships, lift mood, and reduce intrusive thoughts or behaviors that interfere with life. People come for help with grief, sleep and eating issues, anger, career stress, and coping with life transitions. The focus is on practical skills and clearer choices moving forward.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.