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Paige Achten , LCSW

Therapist in Texas

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About Paige

Paige Achten is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a clinician trained to support mental health and social functioning - who brings a background in healthcare to her therapy practice. She has extensive experience working with geriatric patients and their caregivers, and she frequently supports people navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief and loss. Her current caseload spans from young adults to older adults, reflecting comfort with a wide age range and a focus on transitional and later-life concerns.

Paige emphasizes a positive, holistic approach that highlights clients' strengths while attending to both mind and body. Therapy with her is collaborative - clients set goals and the pace of work - and she blends structured interventions with supportive presence. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a trauma-focused method used to process distressing memories. She also integrates mindfulness, acceptance, and motivational techniques as needed.

The first session with Paige focuses on getting to know the client and clarifying goals. Many people report that they find her easy to talk to and appreciate a calming presence that still makes room for humor. She views healing as relational and commits to showing up as a steady therapeutic partner throughout the work.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress or low mood and teaching practical strategies to shift them. It is often helpful for anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and problems with coping and motivation.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a trauma-informed method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. When appropriate, EMDR can be adapted for remote sessions with careful preparation and pacing.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, emphasizes building psychological flexibility through mindfulness and values-based action. It supports clients facing grief, chronic stress, or life transitions by helping them notice difficult thoughts and still move toward meaningful goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Paige works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as the work evolves.

Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling and help clients engage from home, during caregiving breaks, or while managing mobility or time constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Paige Achten have?

Paige Achten has 8 years of experience.

Is Paige Achten a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: TX LCSW 66833.

In which languages does Paige Achten provide therapy?

Paige Achten provides therapy in English.

Where is Paige Achten located?

Paige Achten is located in Texas.

How can I work with Paige Achten as my therapist?

You can work with Paige Achten through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Paige Achten work with international clients?

Paige Achten does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Paige Achten cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English

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