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Paula Sponaugle

LCSW-C · Maryland · Online sessions

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About Paula Sponaugle

I am licensed in Maryland with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I use a combination of solution focused, Cognitive Behavioral and other therapies to provide the most effective and appropriate treatment to each individual. I have a relaxed and flexible style to allow individuals to feel at ease as they work through difficult issues.

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Languages Spoken

  • English

Paula Sponaugle is serving from:

Maryland

Years in practice

35 years

NPI number

  • 1972787802

License Details

MD LCSW-C 05862

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