About Victoria De Paula, LCSW

My Approach to Therapy

I believe that growth and healing happens when we work with our emotions, rather than against them. If you feel unable to control your emotions, shake anxious thoughts, or improve your relationship, this is the place for you. My therapy ethos is connected change: clients make change within the safety of a connected therapeutic relationship.

I show up as a therapist the same way as I do in my personal life—with intellectual curiosity, emotional attunement, and intentionality. Clients describe me as both compassionate and direct, and our work goes beyond talking. Whether you see me for trauma treatment, anxiety therapy, or couples therapy, we work on meaningful change in every single session.

Outside the Office

I was born in Brazil and moved to the United States with my family as a child. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in finance at a large New York asset manager. While I appreciated aspects of that work, my passion has always centered on human psychology, emotions, and relationships. That pull ultimately led me to transition into the field of psychotherapy.

I identify as LGBTQ+ and have a special passion for working with queer clients.

Outside of work, you can find me spending time with my family, exploring the city with my dog, testing recipes from my many cookbooks, and hosting my monthly book club.