Paul Dokey, LCSW
Experienced LCSW for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Couples and relationships
- Online sessions available
About Paul Dokey
Paul Dokey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Missoula who offers a steady, present-focused approach to psychotherapy for individuals and couples. He creates a supportive space where people can safely explore their thoughts and emotions and work toward meaningful change in their lives. With more than 20 years of experience, he has helped people navigate depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, and relationship challenges.
Paul blends a cognitive behavioral framework with mindfulness practices to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns, shift self-defeating beliefs, and cultivate greater self-acceptance and life satisfaction. He emphasizes practical skills alongside compassionate understanding, tailoring interventions to the needs of each person or couple. Paul holds a bachelor’s degree in Cultural Anthropology, and his clinical background centers on thoughtful, present-oriented care that supports lasting change.
Clients seeking help with stress, addictions, family and parenting concerns, intimacy and communication struggles, or coping with significant life transitions will find a clinician focused on collaboration, skill-building, and creating a caring therapeutic environment.
Paul blends a cognitive behavioral framework with mindfulness practices to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns, shift self-defeating beliefs, and cultivate greater self-acceptance and life satisfaction. He emphasizes practical skills alongside compassionate understanding, tailoring interventions to the needs of each person or couple. Paul holds a bachelor’s degree in Cultural Anthropology, and his clinical background centers on thoughtful, present-oriented care that supports lasting change.
Clients seeking help with stress, addictions, family and parenting concerns, intimacy and communication struggles, or coping with significant life transitions will find a clinician focused on collaboration, skill-building, and creating a caring therapeutic environment.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Paul Dokey have?
Paul Dokey has 20 years of experience in psychotherapy.
Is Paul Dokey a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details are MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-754.
In which languages does Paul Dokey provide therapy?
Paul provides therapy in English.
Where is Paul Dokey located?
Paul is located in Montana.
How can I work with Paul Dokey as my therapist?
You can work with Paul through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Paul Dokey work with international clients?
Yes. Paul works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Paul Dokey cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care
Paul uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients recognize and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, build practical coping skills, and reduce symptoms such as anxiety and depression. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is also part of his practice, emphasizing values-based action and mindfulness to increase psychological flexibility and help clients move forward despite difficult thoughts or feelings. Attachment-Based Therapy informs his work with couples and family concerns by exploring relational patterns and improving emotional connection and communication.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Paul works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and the methods that fit their situation, adjusting techniques as therapy unfolds to ensure the best possible match.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or when in-person visits are not possible. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler for people to access therapists and licensed professionals from their own locations.