Paul Surace, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Paul is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Paul is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Paul
- 20 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
Greetings! My name is Paul Surace and I have significant experience working with individuals, couples and families in CA. I want you to know that I'm a pretty straight-forward kind of communicator who really enjoys working with people who are seeking positive change in their lives, and are willing to work for it. I especially enjoy to work with Couples (both monogamous and non-monagomous), but I have no problem seeing individuals and families as well. I love to try and move my clients from just "surviving" to a thriving lifestyle. And towards that end, I enjoy asking questions and actively listening in order to get to know my clients better and discover their gifts and strengths so that we can eventually use them to problem solve and get your goals met.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Paul Surace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497874481.
- LMFT · California · 43929 · Renews October 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Paul Surace offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Paul Surace works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Paul Surace speak?
Paul Surace speaks English.
How many years of experience does Paul Surace have?
Paul Surace has 20 years of experience.
Where is Paul Surace licensed to practice?
Paul Surace is licensed to practice in California.
Does Paul Surace accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Paul Surace does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Paul Surace offer?
Paul Surace offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How do I get started with Paul Surace?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.