Testimonials

Read what others have to say about Paula Ochs

Jorge Colapinto, LPsych, LMFT
Faculty, The Minuchin Center for the Family   

Paula Ochs possesses that rare combination of intellectual discipline and
spirited creativity that is key to promote change in others.  Her ability to zero
in on the essence of problem situations, tap on her clients’ underutilized
strengths, and push them to grow beyond the constraints imposed by
themselves or others make her a very effective therapist as well as an
invaluable resource to her supervisees.  


Patricia O'Dell, MSW
Clinical Director, Family Service of Morristown, NJ

Paula is a dedicated and gifted couples and family therapist and supervisor
who is fully committed to the training of future generations of clinicians.  She
provides her trainees with rich clinical opportunities that facilitate their growth
with confidence and ease,  Paula is able to articulate the nuances of
treatment in a manner that enable her trainees to experience the "aha"
moments that are so powerful in clinical work.  She is a life-long learner who
has studied with some of our profession's most treasured family therapists,
both in North America and abroad, and generously imparts her knowledge,
wisdom and skills to others.  She has my full confidence and support!    


Edward Weikert,MSW, LMFT
Clinical Director, Family Service League, Montclair, NJ

In the 16 years I have worked with Paula, she has always maintained a
devotion and dedication to the idea of striving for excellence in the
therapeutic process.  This certainly includes her work as a supervisor as well
as a therapist.  If you want a supervisor who is knowledgeable, challenging,
devoted, and empathic and dedicated to your development as a therapist,
you should take the opportunity to be supervised by Paula. This would be a
gift to yourself.


Karyn DeBalfo-Ambrosio, MSW, LCSW
Family Therapist, The Turning Point; Private Practice

Working in supervision with Paula Ochs for over eight years has enriched my
work and honed my skills as a family therapist. The family system is often
quite complex and having the opportunity to be supervised experientially
lends itself to a depth of perspective and perception that far exceeds case
presentation and discussion. On many occasions I have utilized interventions
such as sculpting and role play with families who were resistant to more
conventional methods. The shift is often dramatic and eye opening to clients,
and particularly powerful for children who can often better show, rather than
explain, family issues to their parents. Chrysalis Supervision is both innovative
and comprehensive. I would recommend Paula Ochs to any colleague who
welcomes a challenge in their supervision with quality results.
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