Paulette Pugh

LMFT

Paulette Pugh, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in National City, California, serving patients through Pacific Health Systems. She is known for her compassionate, grounded approach and her dedication to supporting individuals with complex behavioral health needs across a variety of care settings.

Paulette currently provides services to patients in local skilled nursing facility (SNF) units, where she helps address the unique emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial needs often present in these environments. She understands the importance of patience, consistency, and individualized care when working with clients who may be facing chronic mental health conditions, medical comorbidities, cognitive challenges, or major life transitions.

In addition to her clinical work, Paulette also serves as a supervisor for Associate Marriage and Family Therapists (AMFTs), helping guide and support the next generation of therapists in delivering thoughtful, ethical, and compassionate care. Her leadership reflects a strong commitment to both quality patient outcomes and professional development within the field.

Paulette is dedicated to creating a supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel respected, understood, and cared for, while also ensuring that families and care teams feel supported throughout the treatment process.

Services

Therapist for Pacific Health Systems

Location

Serves SNF facilities