Aimee Paddock , LCSW

Aimee Paddock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and life changes. She offers steady support for those dealing with addiction, sleep trouble, parenting strain, relationship and family concerns, and mood conditions such as depression and bipolar. Her tone is practical and encouraging for people who feel overwhelmed and want clearer next steps.

With 23 years in mental health work, Aimee draws on long experience in both counseling and addiction settings. She uses a mix of approaches that match the person's needs, including cognitive behavioral techniques and emotion-focused work. Sessions include goal setting, coping skills, communication tools, and self-care practices tailored to each person.

People meet Aimee where they are and build a plan together. She emphasizes learning concrete skills like relaxation, mindfulness, and problem-solving so daily life feels more manageable. Conversations are direct but compassionate and focused on what matters most to the individual.

Aimee has worked with issues tied to adoption, attachment, caregiver stress, domestic violence, and family of origin struggles, among others. She also supports those coping with trauma, abandonment, and losses that follow unexpected events.

Her practice blends practical strategies and reflective work. That mix helps people tackle immediate symptoms and also understand patterns that keep problems repeating. Aimee aims to empower clients to make steady, realistic changes that fit their lives.

How Aimee’s Approach Fits Online Therapy

Aimee commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing the behaviors that follow. CBT can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems by teaching straightforward skills to shift daily routines and reactions.

She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, which include emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness. DBT-based tools are practical for managing strong emotions, reducing impulsive behaviors, and improving communication in strained relationships.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they pick methods and adjust them over time so the work matches the client’s needs.

Online formats offer flexibility for people with busy schedules or travel constraints. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for skills practice and deeper interaction. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging can support brief check-ins, skill reminders, or ongoing encouragement between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, or other responsibilities.