Paula is awesome. 10/10 no notes.
Paula Zuccaro, PMHNP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Paula is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- 4.9 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Paula. View 31 reviews
- Great news, Paula is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Mexico, Arizona, and 3 more
Recent reviews
She's amazing! Great to talk to and goes out of her way to help!
More about Paula
- More than 5 years' experience
- Female
- PMHNP
Paula Zuccaro is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist. Paula was born and grew up on her family’s ranch in Western South Dakota. She relishes spending time with her family-- especially her grandchildren and three dogs. Paula is an avid runner and enjoys barrel racing, working on a quarter horse program, and traveling. After earning her BSN from Mount Marty College and MSN in Nursing from the University of Phoenix, Paula continued on to obtain her FNP and PMHNP certifications from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Paula retired from Indian Health Service after 23 years of service. She has practiced in a variety of mental health care settings, including inpatient, outpatient, crisis care, jail, juvenile detention center, detox program, eating disorder center, nursing home, and telemedicine. In 2006, Paula was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Additionally, she received the 2010 Nurse Practitioner State Award for Excellence and Certificate of Appreciation from the Colorado Medical Detachment Army National Guard for her time spent with medical students during their mental health rotation. She’s been a presenter at the American Psychiatric Association Annual meeting and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry on the topic of Telepsychiatry.
Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Panic Attack
Burnout
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Insomnia
Mental Health Problem
Crisis Intervention
Suicide Prevention
ADD/ADHD
Substance Use Disorder
Addiction
Alcoholism
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Postpartum Depression
Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression
Trauma
Phobias
Treatment Approaches
- Prescription Medication
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Licenses
Paula Zuccaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366405086.
- PMHNP · New Mexico
- PMHNP · Arizona
- PMHNP · California
- PMHNP · Colorado
- PMHNP · South Dakota
About online healthcare
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
- Convenient.
- Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
- Available now.
- No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.
Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.
Reviews for Paula Zuccaro
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Paula is awesome. 10/10 no notes.
She's amazing! Great to talk to and goes out of her way to help!
Care is excellent already
First interaction was really good. Opening up is difficult for me and still challenging, but I felt very comfortable. Looking forward to continuing.
She's honestly been great and I really appreciate all she's done for me.
Thank you so much Paula!!! Wishing you all the best! :)
I don't have any suggestions here I like the way she does her practice. Allowing clients to feel in charge of their care with great guidance and support. Is knowledgeable about what could help with symptoms.
Paula was awesome! I felt very comfortable talking with her - she was like an old friend that knew me well and happens to be a very experienced mental health professional! I was very impressed at how well she was able to get to know me by reviewing my assessment prior to our conversation. This was a great experience for me and I am very happy that I was able to connect with Paula.
Significant improvement relative to previous provider
She's awesome! Caring, really listens!
Paula is very caring and would highly recommend to anyone who is new to psychiatric treatment or hesitant towards it.
Keep being awesome! Thanks for all that you do!
Very professional and was a good listener. Very happy.
Good, attentive, responsive, professional, confident, will see…
She has been great and very supportive!
I can not think of a thing Paula could do better to support me.
She is always incredibly helpful and a delight to talk with.
She’s the absolute best!
I'm Soo glad I made it to my appointment this morning, feeling better after my appointment, thank you.
First meeting was pleasant and friendly. Would like to see Paula Z. again.
She’s amazing!!! I am very happy with her so no changes please😄
No need to change anything! She was awesome and very helpful.
Paula is wonderful. Very pleased with her care :)
She is an amazing provider. She has been helping me a lot with my anxiety.
Not a thing. Paula is attentive, listens and asks questions. She is supportive and caring. She hasn’t given up on me and continues to seek the best meds for me.
Don't know so far im very satisfied no complents
understanding of situatiuon
Paula was wonderful I think we will be a great match.
She is great and considerate to my background.
I'd love to do a follow-up appointment with intake/screening forms to be more appropriately diagnosed prior to medication being prescribed.
She is amazing and has no need for changes in my eyes. Very knowledgeable and very helpful to my issues I have. Would recommend her to anyone who needs help A+
Frequently asked questions
Does Paula Zuccaro offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Paula Zuccaro works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Paula Zuccaro speak?
Paula Zuccaro speaks English.
How many years of experience does Paula Zuccaro have?
Paula Zuccaro has more than 5 years of experience.
Where is Paula Zuccaro licensed to practice?
Paula Zuccaro is licensed to practice in New Mexico, Arizona, California, Colorado, and South Dakota.
Does Paula Zuccaro accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Paula Zuccaro 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 Paula Zuccaro offer?
Paula Zuccaro offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Paula Zuccaro?
Paula Zuccaro can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Paula Zuccaro?
Just tap the CHAT 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.
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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.