Kristen Paeth , LCSW, LICSW

Kristen Paeth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings eight years of professional experience to her therapeutic work. She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW - advanced social work licenses that indicate training and authorization to provide independent clinical practice. Her background includes several years as a social worker in Child Protective Services and delivering in-home therapy for children on the autism spectrum, experiences that shaped her skills in assessment, crisis work, and family-focused intervention.

Over the course of her career she has worked with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, sex and substance addictions, legal difficulties, and the challenges of reentering society after incarceration. She has particular experience supporting adult men returning to the community following periods of incarceration, while remaining comfortable working with clients of any background. Kristen values listening and learning through each personâs story, and she describes herself as an attentive listener who builds rapport to help clients move toward their goals.

Kristen earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Wisconsin - Madison in 2017 and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. Her counseling style is client-centered, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, and Mindfulness practices while meeting clients where they are in their journey. She is not accepting new clients at this time.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Kristen Paeth uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where each personâs priorities guide the work. This approach emphasizes collaboration and the therapistâs role as a supportive partner who helps clients identify their own goals and strengths.

She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Mindfulness techniques are offered as practical tools to increase present-moment awareness, manage stress, and support emotional regulation.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Kristen works collaboratively with clients to match methods to individual needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limits. These remote formats allow licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care and offer convenient ways to engage in therapy from different locations, making it easier to attend regular sessions and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.