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Lynn Paulella-Beard, LCSW

Counseling for the Creative Spirit

Client-centered therapy for artists, performers, and creators of all genres.

Welcome

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience blending clinical expertise with a deep background in the performing arts, I know that the most important performance is the one that happens off-stage—your life.

Whether you’ve been honing your craft for years or are just finding your creative voice, I’m here to be your ally behind the scenes. Together, we will create a supportive space to navigate the pressures of performance and find a rhythm that keeps you grounded while improving your well-being, both on and off-stage.

What I Help With

Performance Anxiety

Navigate the pressures of performing and sharing your work with calm, confidence, and presence.

Creative Blocks

Work through the obstacles that keep you from your creative flow and reconnect with inspiration and possibility.

Perfectionism

Release unrealistic standards and self-criticism so you can create with greater freedom, authenticity, and joy.

Grief and Loss

Honor your experiences of loss—personal or creative—and rediscover meaning, healing, and connection through your art and life.

Work-Life Balance

Find sustainable rhythms that nurture both your artistic practice and your personal well-being.

Empowering artists, performers, and creators of all genres.

I specialize in empowering artists, performers, and creators of all genres—from musicians and actors to visual artists and writers—to navigate the unique challenges of the creative life. My approach is warm, respectful, and deeply client-centered, drawing upon proven techniques like CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Musicians
Actors
Visual Artists
Writers

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we're a good fit for working together.

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