Abigail Paquette

Welcome. I’m a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with a Master of Social Work and a degree in psychology from The Ohio State University. With over five years of experience in mental and behavioral health—including four years of providing therapy—I offer a safe, inclusive space for healing and growth. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or identity-related challenges, I’m here to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered in your journey.

Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. I offer a trauma-informed, client-centered approach grounded in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and approaches that help uncover hidden patterns influencing your feelings and behaviors. This means our work will honor both your present struggles and your past experiences, while staying focused on what’s most important to you now. Therapy with me is collaborative and adaptable—we go at your pace, build trust together, and explore what works best for you as an individual.

Your first session is all about getting to know each other. I’ll ask about what brings you to therapy, what you hope to gain from our work, and any previous therapy experiences you've had. You’re also welcome to ask me questions—I want you to feel comfortable, informed, and in control of your therapeutic journey. We’ll start to build a foundation of trust and safety, and you’ll leave the session with a clearer sense of what to expect moving forward. There’s no pressure to have all the answers right away—we’ll figure it out together.