Paul Dokey, LCSW

Paul Dokey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Montana with 20 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship challenges, addictions, grief, parenting strain, ADHD, and blended family issues. He also addresses intimacy-related concerns, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.

Paul uses straightforward, present-focused therapy. He pays attention to current patterns of thinking and behavior. He helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Mindfulness and practical skills are part of sessions.

He trained in cultural anthropology at the bachelor's level before moving into social work. That background informs how he listens for family and cultural patterns that affect daily life. Over two decades he has worked with people who have experienced loss, trauma, or long-term stress.

In sessions Paul often works on changing self-defeating beliefs and building skills to manage strong emotions. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques alongside mindfulness exercises. He also draws on attachment ideas to look at how close relationships influence behavior.

People coming from stepfamily or blended household situations can expect direct, practical conversation about co-parenting, loyalty conflicts, merging routines, and role expectations. Paul aims to help clients find clearer communication and manageable strategies for day-to-day life.