Paul Velen is a licensed marriage and couple therapist practicing in downtown Riverside, CA. He received his Master of Science in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton in 1982, and was licensed as a marriage, child, and couple counselor in 1985. Additionally, Mr. Velen holds a certificate in gerontology from California State University, Fullerton, and is fully certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with special training in Feeling State Addiction protocol, and Integrated EMDR therapy that’s used to treat pain. Paul Velen MFT‘s clients come to him struggling with depression, anxiety, the stress of city living, confusion, and of course – family issues. Their pain is palpable. In response, I believe that I have developed a dynamic and effective couples counseling sessions. Yes, it is unique. As are the amazing clients with whom I have had the privilege to work. My clients are the heroes of their own lives, and I am very proud of the work we do together. I encourage you to give it a try. Call now to set up an initial appointment (951) 536-0956. Linda Gort, LCSW, Magnolia Counseling in Riverside offers: “I have found that referring clients to Paul for EMDR sessions have been instrumental in helping them break through traumas, inhibiting them from resolving issues in their past, allowing them to break through traumatic roadblocks.”