Current Clinical Experience:

• Outpatient Therapist

• EMDR Therapy Consultant

• EMDR Therapy Training Facilitator with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness, Inc.

• Clinical Supervisor for LCMHCAs

• Clinical Consultant

Previous Clinical Experience:

• Clinical Director at a large group psychotherapy practice

• Intensive Outpatient Program for substance use disorders in community mental health

• Outpatient treatment program for DWI offenders

• Intensive in-home team lead

• Documentation and compliance auditor

Insurance Plans Accepted:

• BCBS

• Cigna

• MedCost/Contigo

• Aetna

• United

• UMR

Paula Lavocat founded Advocate Counseling and Consulting, PLLC with the clear intention of helping individuals address the root causes of their mental health concerns and find meaningful healing. She is focused specifically on complex trauma and addiction. As an EMDRIA Certified EMDR therapist and Approved Consultant, she brings specialized expertise in trauma treatment, aiming to provide effective and compassionate care. Her approach emphasizes understanding and healing the underlying issues rather than merely managing symptoms, ensuring clients receive personalized support to foster long-term recovery and resilience.