Dino Paris, Ma, LMFT

4 months ago I went to Dino to help me build my personal branding agency. At the time I was struggling to generate even 2 grand per month. I worked with him for 2 months, and now my revenue exceeds 10 thousand dollars a month. Dino helped me release my old story where I doubted myself and helped me create a confident new story that says, ""I'm doing it."" \r I feel on top of the world. more

Injury recovery. I ruptured my Achilles tendon playing high level ultimate and was struggling to find the confidence to return playing again. With an injury as severe as this there were many months of PT post surgery and I was struggling to return to competition fearing pain, and fearing of repeating the injury. After one session of EMDR with Dino I was shocked by how much physical stability I had gained in my ankle the next time I played. I was also surprised by how much the mind plays a roll in recovery. I continued to train and do PT, but the mental component of such an injury was something no one had addressed nor had answers for. Dino helped me not only recover, but return stronger than I was pre-injury. Fantastic experience. more

I know it isn’t typical to write a testimonial for someone else in counseling, however since the ‘someone else’ is my son, I thought it would be alright to share with you my thoughts about his experience with Dino Paris. I believe that there is no doubt that my son's work with Dino was life changing. Dino connected in a way that I didn’t think was possible in helping my son look inward, identify the actions and thoughts that he wanted to change, and help him find the tools and the strength to make those changes. Dino ALWAYS returned calls and made himself available when needed. He was there to help deal with a crisis at the time of the crisis, not just during a scheduled visit. My son’s peace and happiness and the successful life he is now leading, are due in great part to the support, encouragement, perceptive advice, and insights that Dino gave him.\r \r Dino demonstrated over and over that he cared about my son. He cared about my son. While it may sound dramatic, I believe that Dino gave us a miracle. I have no reservations in recommending Dino to you.\r more

Dino, \r \r Thank you for helping to confirm the role trauma has played in holding me back from being fully in the moment, illness, and deserved successes. After allowing our first session’s information to become integrated into my system, I had a wonderful breakthrough. I am deeply grateful. more

Dino has supported me in two major breakthroughs. \r \r In his Men's Group, I set a goal of running a company that would contribute greatly to the success of its employees while its employees contributed greatly to the business' success. When I was ready to give up and take a job just to have a job, Dino kept challenging me to be the gift that he saw I could be in running a business. Now I am not only running a business that is having a dramatic positive impact on its 35 employees and their families, they are having a dramatic positive impact on me and on the owner of the company. I have a job that I love, working with people that I love!\r \r I'd also spent years regretting the pain I caused my former wife by cheating on her, and regretting the end of a marriage to a woman who loved me more than I realized. Through my work with Dino, I freed myself from those regrets and re-focused on the woman I now love. I am delighted by a whole new level of fun, passion, and intense emotion in our relationship!\r more

Racing Performance: I went to Dino to help improve my driving performance. At the first race after our session, I found it much easier to get into the rhythm and flow I was seeking, and my lap times improved significantly more

Performance breakthrough. more

Freedom. Dino has aided me in reaching what seemed to be impossible goals in my prior frame of reference, as I began consulting him. When we began our work, I was confused and just putting one foot in front of the other, strung out, overcome with anxiety and unhappy in many of my current relationships, including my long time marriage. And all of this in terms of what I thought was a free and exceptional life. more

Sport team help. Dino worked EMDR with members of our college baseball team. We had very positive results after participating in the sessions. He helped to isolate obstacles and move the thinking to a clear relaxed mode. The techniques allowed our players to think and learn from negatives without becoming discouraged. Overall they had a feeling of being relaxed, calm and with the approach of ""I am going to have a good day"". Marty Hunter - Head Baseball Coach - George Fox University more

I am in a professional group with Dino and he kindly offered to do a cold-calling workshop for us, because of his years of past experience. most of the trouble with cold-calling is psychological, so he was a great person to turn to. Within 1 hour, we all felt FAR more confident and ready to tackle sales for our business. It really was terrific. more

I have been in and out of therapy for about 9 or so years, I have struggled with all these emotions and issues that I thought would NEVER go away!..I was never happy with the therapy that I receieved in the past, I felt like I wasn't solving anything, we were just talking in ""circles"". Although I have only had one EMDR session with Dino, I feel there has been a huge weight lifted off my shoulders. I let go and expressed years of emotions that were weighing me down and keeping me from enjoying life. I plan on continuing my sessions and definitely recommend EMDR. ...I am happy to say I finally found what I was looking for in a therapist!... more

I started EMDR with Dino about three or so months ago, I was immerse in a sea of unhappiness and through honest work and a very perceptive guidance from Dino I have found my back to a path that's leading me to happy experiences and a true and genuine enjoyment of life. more

Words cannot begin to adequately describe the immense impact Dino has had on my life. I realize that sounds so cliche, but it is truly how I feel. I first contacted Dino after my husband asked me to leave. I was shocked, angry, hurt and terrified. Even during that initial phone conversation Dino was compassionate and supportive. He sensed the crisis in me and was willing to meet with my husband and I as soon as late that evening. His willingness to be there for us, even if it meant a very late evening for him was amazing to me. Even more amazing, that support has never changed. I feel completely secure in the knowledge that he is truly present for us. Our first couples session was transformational. Not only did it allow me to come home again, it gave us a completely new frame of reference to work from - one based on love, respect, and compassion. During my first individual session I experienced a complete shift in my being with the help of EMDR. I felt alive for the first time in years. I have no doubt that EMDR can help anyone in ways never imagined. Truly life changing. I went to see Dino to help my marriage, and in the process I have received so much more. He has not only helped me in my relationship with my husband, my family, and myself, he has helped me to make tremendous improvements in my business. He is so much more than a therapist - he is a coach and guide. He is a blessing. Pros: blessings beyond measure, compassion, honesty, respect more

My brief work with Dino was intended to prevent a return to addictive behavior, and 9 months in it has worked very well. Dino is careful and attentive, and we explored many childhood events which were strong emotional triggers at the time. With his help these past events no longer have the emotional charge they used too. I have and will continue to recommend Dino to anyone, and particularly to those struggling with PTSD or any other related issues. Pros: move beyond past trauma more

After battling with emotional trauma for a number of years, Dino helped me to further release emotions that were almost catastrophic for me. My personal situation had consumed me ""on the inside,"" but I was always able to suppress it. Now that I have spent some time with Dino, I am been able to find more peace and joy by having the remnants of that emotional trauma from years ago removed. However, I do understand that it is my responsibility to continue to protect my emotions and continue to have peace. more

I workedas a SWAT and Gang officer in LA for 15 years. Previously was in the USMC as a sniper. After numerous traumatic events including being shot I developed PTSD. I have been to dozens of therapists to try and resolve some of these issues. In one session with Dino I got in touch with myself, gained perspective, and received an immense amount of healing. My only regret is that my insurance won't cover and I can not afford to pay out of pocket. It is unfortunate because I believe that his style of therapy would greatly benefit my mind, body and spirit. I highly recommend anyone who is in need of a therapist to try one visit-I believe that after just one visit you will see the benefit. Pros: Great person and spirit Cons: My insurance will not cover more

I recently worked with Dino Paris addressing the specific problem of anxiety. The result of our work together was remarkable. Dino assisted me in tracing the anxiety back to a particular childhood memory that was representative of numerous such instances which had taken place. I have been able to complete a forgiveness process which has given me an emotional freedom which I desired for as long as I can remember. I have the highest regard for Dino as a highly skilled and compassionate professional, and have no hesitation in recommending him to others who have anxiety and/or long-standing trauma which they would like to address. Pros: Genuine, great listener, highly skilled psychotherapist more

Some years ago I had the amazing privilege of being able to co-facilitate a therapeutic group, called ""Expressions,"" with Dino Paris. It was kind of like being in the same painting studio as a Picasso or Van Gough: to observe and be part of Dino's magic. He has an unusual ability to bond with many different types of people, and bring out their most positive and creative sides. He is simply a brilliant therapist and creative artist. Anyone who is lucky enough to enter therapy with Dino will forever be grateful for the experience. He is truly one of a kind. Daniel Halperin, PhD Senior Research Scientist and Lecturer in International Health Harvard University School of Public Health Pros: One of a kind therapist! Cons: none! more

Dino, Pros: experienced, kind, open hearted, transformative Cons: none. more

Dino's ability to guide and facilitate the releasing of painful or troubling thoughts allowed me to create a space for renewed energy. His respect for my faith and personal belief systems coupled with his expertise in therapy allowed me to move forward and see myself in a new, positive, and energetic way. His work is quick and powerful. I am grateful for the time spent in his care. Pros: Fabulous consultations more