Paula Floyd, Ph.D

(she/her)

Degrees

  • 2016 - B.A., Western Kentucky University, Psychology

  • 2019 - M.A., The University of Southern Mississippi, Psychology

  • 2022 - Ph.D., The University of Southern Mississippi, Clinical Psychology

Licenses/Certifications

  • 2024 - Texas Licensed Psychologist

  • 2024 - National Register of Health Service Psychologists

  • 2025 - Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT)

About Paula

Hi there! I’m a licensed clinical psychologist based in Austin, Texas. I specialize in psychological assessment and therapy for those who are navigating neurodivergence (like ADHD and autism), the cognitive and mental health impacts of Long COVID, Court-related matters, and various other social, emotional, or behavioral concerns.

I work with people of all ages, but my foundation is in child and adolescent psychology—which means I bring extra patience, creativity, and care to complex situations. Whether I’m working with an adult who is struggling to function after COVID-19, a child who needs support to perform well in school, or a teen who needs someone to understand them, I focus on clarity, compassion, and real next steps.

My approach is grounded in evidence-based tools like CBT, ACT, and DBT, but no session is ever one-size-fits-all. I believe therapy and assessment should reflect who you are—your strengths, values, culture, humor, and pace. I bring warmth, curiosity, and just enough structure to help you feel supported and seen.

I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The University of Southern Mississippi, with nearly 10 years of training across community clinics, foster care, legal systems, inpatient hospitals, residential treatment centers, and schools. I later completed both my internship and post-doctoral training right here in Austin, at the Travis County Juvenile Probation Department. My experiences have only deepened my passion for accessible care and helped me connect to resources in our city.

Today, I primarily offer psychological assessments to help individuals and families gain clarity and direction. A great assessment can clarify diagnoses, enhance therapy, inform accommodations, and open doors to helpful services. I also offer a limited number of therapy spots for individuals looking for more long-term support.

When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me on a hiking trail, cooking something savory, exploring new music, leveling up in a video game, or immersing myself in a nonfiction book.

Dr. Floyd is currently accepting new assessment and therapy clients for the following:

  • In-person and telehealth appointments in Austin, TX

  • Telehealth appointments in many US states and territories (not including AK, CA, IA, HI, LA, MA, MO, NM, NY, OR, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands)

Areas of Focus

Assessments

  1. Neurodivergence (ADHD, autism, etc.)

  2. Long COVID symptoms

  3. Court-involved

Therapy

  1. Developing helpful thinking patterns

  2. Processing strong emotions

  3. Unlearning and learning behaviors

Advocacy

  1. Social media engagement

  2. Educational content for providers

  3. Connecting with local agencies

Whether you have been wanting answers for a while or you have recently become interested in learning more about yourself, I would love to hear from you.

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