Paul Brunner, LCSW, CSW

Paul Brunner is a licensed social worker with 15 years of experience in mental health, known for years of dedicated service to men and women in the military. He began his career in 1999 when he joined the Army as a mental health technician, completing his undergraduate degree while enlisted and continuing his education throughout his service. Over the years he earned a Master of Social Work and met the licensing requirements for both Colorado and North Carolina. Paul holds the credentials LCSW and CSW - LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW indicates a clinical social work credential - reflecting his advanced training and clinical qualifications.

Paul completed an additional tour of duty as an Army officer and served as an active duty social worker, gaining extensive experience in trauma-responsive care. He has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. His clinical work has included trauma-focused therapies and substance abuse treatment for Veterans, as well as specialized care for survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse.

Grounded in respect for each person’s current situation, Paul supports clients through the healing process and toward life beyond past wounds. He combines military-informed perspective with evidence-based approaches to address trauma, stress, anxiety, and related concerns while helping clients build practical coping skills and resilience.