Licensed clinical social worker recordWisconsin
Kristen Paeth, LCSW, LICSW
Wisconsin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - anxiety and addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW, LICSW
- Licensed in Wisconsin
- LCSW, licence 9372-123
- Licensed in Minnesota
- LICSW, licence 32967
- NPI
- 1174112973
- Experience
- 8 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Wisconsin
These details come from information Kristen supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Client-Centered
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Kristen
Kristen Paeth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Wisconsin. She has eight years of experience in social work and therapy and focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, and relationship and family concerns. Kristen often works with people facing major life transitions, caregiving strain, and challenges around intimacy and communication.
She trained at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, earning a Master of Social Work in 2017, after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. Prior roles include Child Protective Services and in-home therapy for autistic children, which shaped her practical approach to everyday problems.
Kristen uses client-centered methods, meaning sessions start from the person's priorities and experiences. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, Solution-Focused techniques to set clear goals, and Mindfulness strategies to manage stress. She aims to be straightforward and attentive during sessions.
In practice, sessions focus on concrete steps people can take between meetings. That might mean small behavior changes, strategies to reduce anxiety, or ways to manage cravings and substance-related risks. She also addresses issues that come with caregiving, chronic illness, and career strain.
Kristen is comfortable listening to difficult stories and working with people who have legal or incarceration histories. She works in English and is based in Wisconsin. To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How Kristen’s approaches translate to online work
Kristen blends client-centered care with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening carefully to the person's priorities and building a practical plan from there. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to help manage stress and increase moment-to-moment awareness.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will discuss what is working, what you want to change, and which methods fit your daily life. That conversation helps shape session goals and the mix of techniques used over time.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also let people balance appointments around work, caregiving, or medical treatment. Discuss format preferences during the initial matching questionnaire and planning call so sessions match practical needs and goals.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin, Minnesota
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting concerns, ADHD, and related topics listed in her profile.
What style of therapy does she use?
She practices a client-centered style and combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused methods, Mindfulness techniques, and Motivational Interviewing depending on the person's goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working as a social worker and therapist, including roles in Child Protective Services and in-home autism therapy.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is listed as a Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Worker (WI LCSW). She is based in Wisconsin.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers