At Steffen Counseling Services, we are incredibly fortunate to have a team of highly skilled and empathetic clinicians who are dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward healing and personal growth. One such clinician is Hannah Paine, one of our fully licensed professionals who brings a deep sense of empathy and expertise to her practice.
In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at Hannah’s background, her therapeutic approach, and what makes her such an invaluable member of the team.
About Hannah Paine
Hannah Paine is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges. With years of experience in the mental health field, she has honed her ability to connect with clients in meaningful ways. Whether working with individuals or couples, Hannah’s approach is rooted in respect, understanding, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of those she works with. Her educational background includes a Master’s degree in Counseling, and she has trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, which allows her to offer a flexible and tailored approach to meet each client’s unique needs.
Therapeutic Approach
Hannah believes that each individual is unique, and as such, she takes an integrative approach to therapy. Drawing from several therapeutic models, she creates a personalized treatment plan designed to empower clients and foster long-lasting change. Her areas of expertise include:
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Allows clients to process traumatic memories and experiences by using bilateral stimulation which is often guided through eye movements.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helping clients identify and reframe negative thought patterns that can affect overall mood and behavior.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Integrates different techniques to assist clients in processing traumatic events and personal experiences.
- Person-Centered Therapy: Prioritizing the client’s experiences and perspectives, creating a space where the client can feel truly heard and understood.
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): Encourages clients to use mindfulness and acceptance strategies, along with commitment to necessary change initiatives to increase flexibility in life.
Hannah works with individuals struggling with various issues, including ADHD, Trauma & PTSD, Personality Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Men’s Issues, Parenting Issues, and more! Her ability to tailor therapy to fit the individual’s needs, combined with her warm and humorous approach, allows clients to feel comfortable and supported throughout the therapeutic process.
A Collaborative and Client-Centered Approach
What sets Hannah apart as a clinician is her deep belief in the power of the therapeutic relationship. She sees herself as a collaborative partner with her clients, working together to set goals and explore strategies for growth. The foundation of her practice is the belief that change is not only possible but achievable, with the right support and tools in place.
In her work, Hannah emphasizes self-compassion, empathetic listening, and personal empowerment. She encourages clients to explore their values and meaning, cultivate healthy coping strategies, and gain insight into their emotional and psychological patterns. This process often leads to deeper self-awareness and a greater sense of control over one’s life.
Specialties and Areas of Focus
Hannah’s versatility as a clinician allows her to work with a diverse range of clients, but she has particular expertise in the following areas:
- Trauma & PTSD: Helping clients reduce depressive and PTSD symptoms while developing tools for managing traumatic experiences.
- Bipolar and Mood Disorders: Providing support for individuals struggling with mood swings to mania, helping to stabilize and ground clients.
- Chronic Pain: Empathizing and supporting clients navigating chronic health conditions, while supporting clients in navigating their symptoms.
- Parenting and Divorce: Working with parents and divorced couples to deal with the challenges that arise in parenting and collaborating on amicable separation in the family system.
- Personality Disorders: Using CBT to help individuals navigate and recognize distorted perspectives on reality and behaviors.
Why Choose Hannah Paine?
Choosing the right therapist is an important step in the journey of self-discovery and healing. What makes Hannah Paine a standout clinician is not only her extensive training and experience but also her conversational and integrative approach making sessions active, and engaging, while providing humor and psychoeducation.
Clients appreciate Hannah’s dedication to building a therapeutic relationship and her ability to listen with empathy to provide clear, actionable strategies for managing their challenges. Her warmth and authenticity make her a trusted guide for teens, adults, and couples motivated to create change with a talkative and humorous approach.
Connect with Hannah Paine
If you’re considering therapy and feel that you might benefit from working with Hannah Paine, Steffen Counseling Services offers an easy way to schedule an appointment and begin your journey toward healing. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, Hannah is here to help you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
To learn more about Hannah Paine or to book a consultation, visit her profile on the Steffen Counseling Services website or schedule by clicking here! You can also connect with her directly via email at Hannah@SteffenCounselingServices.com.
