Paul "JR" Allen

Paul “JR” is an experienced Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California and New Mexico with extensive experience working with every age group providing various forms of therapeutic intervention services. JR has a master’s degree in counseling psychology. He comes with over 10 years of experience administering crisis therapeutic interventions with children, adolescents and adults in an array of clinical settings.  

He works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, addiction, self-esteem, trauma and so much more. He utilizes cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, Gottman, faith based counseling and emotional focused therapy. His  highest values are patience and uniqueness. He will sit with you while you sort out things as you face some hard truths and assist you in identifying some creative solutions.  

JR enjoys all things anime, movies and identifies as a foodie. He participates in outdoor adventures and experiences different cultures excursions. 

Population/Issues:

• Adults/Young Adults

• Anxiety

• College Students

• Premarital Counseling 

• Depression

• Couple Counseling

• Life Transitions

• Grief & Loss

• Faith Based Counseling 

• Men's Issues

& more

Clinical Orientation & Treatment Modalities:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT)

• Solution- Focused Therapies (SFT)

• Motivational Interviewing

• Gottman

• Strength Based Approach

Professional Memberships/Certifications

• CAMFT