Kristen Paeth, LCSW, LICSW

Kristen Paeth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people facing midlife transitions, stress, and major life changes. She brings direct, down-to-earth support for anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, parenting strain, and relationship or intimacy questions. Kristen listens closely and works with each person to set clear, practical goals.

Kristen has eight years of experience in social work and clinical practice. Her background includes work in Child Protective Services and in-home therapy for people with autism. She has supported people with trauma, substance use concerns, legal problems, and complex relationship or family issues.

Her style is client-centered. She focuses on building rapport, understanding where people are now, and encouraging small steps forward. She mixes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, and Mindfulness tools to help clients practice new skills between sessions.

Kristen holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. She is licensed as an LCSW and LICSW and practices in Wisconsin.

She aims to make scheduling workable for busy lives and is open to weekend or some evening appointments. Kristen emphasizes that change takes honesty and effort, and she supports clients through the early, often difficult steps toward new patterns.

If you want practical, collaborative support for a midlife shift or related concern, Kristen offers a straightforward, goal-oriented approach to therapy.

How Kristen Uses Effective Therapies Online

Kristen frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-focused, which can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.

She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where the person leads the pace and focus. This approach helps clarify goals and builds trust so people can try changes that matter to them.

Mindfulness techniques are woven into sessions to teach grounding and attention skills. These practices can reduce reactivity and help with stress, cravings, and emotional overwhelm.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. Kristen will collaborate with clients to find what fits their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts methods as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can use these methods to support skill-building, problem solving, and coping in everyday situations.