Paige Tharrington, MEd, NCC,LPC

Therapy for Individuals 16 years old and Above

I take an eclectic theoretical approach to therapy, so our work may focus on changing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as well as taking a developmental look at where problems may have originated.  I may ask you to complete various homework assignments if appropriate.  Your active involvement and participation in our sessions is important for our time together to be meaningful.

Couples Therapy

Couples therapy focuses on the problems existing in the relationship between two people.  I will help you and your partner identify conflict issues within your relationship and help you decide what changes are needed in the relationship and in the behavior of each partner for both of you to feel satisfied with the relationship.  Couples therapy involves learning how to communicate more effectively, how to listen more closely and how to take responsibility for understanding your partner and being understood by your partner.  Couples must learn how to avoid competing with each other, identify common life goals and to share responsibility within the relationship.