Paula Ong

Based in Orange County, California, Paula provides culturally compassionate and affirming therapy tailored to her clients' goals and values. She works with BIPOC adults and young adults, offering telehealth services throughout California. Paula's approach to therapy is person-centered, incorporating somatic, self-compassion, mindfulness, and creative arts practices. She is passionate about working with Asian American and POC clients, helping them develop self-nurturing and compassion, honor their strength, voice, values, and identities, and improve their relationships with themselves and others. Paula's experience spans various settings, including school, community mental health, and private practice, working with children, teens, and adults with various mental health issues. She is also an experienced scholar-researcher on topics related to Asian American and Filipinx/a/o American mental health.