Paige Achten , LCSW

Paige Achten is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas with eight years of clinical experience. She has a strong background in healthcare settings, working closely with geriatric patients and the caregivers who support them, and she also provides care for individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief and loss.

Paige has worked with people across the lifespan, from elementary-aged children to older adults, and her current caseload centers on young adults through older adulthood. Her approach to therapy is positive and holistic, emphasizing clients' strengths while attending to both mental and physical wellbeing. Therapy with Paige is collaborative - clients help set goals and determine the pace of sessions.

She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - a method that looks at the relationships between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors - and in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a trauma-focused approach used to process distressing memories. She also draws on practices that incorporate mindfulness, acceptance, and motivation to tailor treatment to each person's needs.

The initial session focuses on getting to know the client and identifying therapy goals. Many clients have shared that they previously struggled to connect with therapists and were pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to talk with Paige. She aims to be a calming presence in the room, values the role of humor in healing, and believes that meaningful change happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Paige draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and coping with life changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) centers on clarifying personal values and developing psychological flexibility through acceptance and mindful action, which can be useful for stress, chronic conditions, and motivation. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps the brain process disturbing memories and reduce their emotional intensity, supporting recovery from trauma and abuse.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Paige works collaboratively with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques to find the best fit for the individual over time.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit varied schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for clients to access consistent care from licensed professionals while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.