Aimee Paddock, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW supporting recovery and growth
- Stress and anxiety support
- Addictions and grief care
- Flexible online sessions
About Aimee Paddock
Aimee Paddock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LCAC) practicing in Indiana, bringing 23 years of experience in mental health and addiction care and 17 years working with full licensure. She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, career concerns, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
Aimee also focuses on areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment and family-of-origin issues, blended family stress, body image, caregiver strain, codependency, communication breakdowns, responses to disaster, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and substance use. Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy, which she draws on to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
She emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and practical skill-building, incorporating communication practice, relaxation strategies, mindfulness, meditation, self-care, and coping techniques that clients can use between sessions. Aimee meets people where they are and works without judgment to create individualized plans that support recovery, resilience, and clearer direction for the future. She offers a compassionate, respectful approach designed to empower clients as they work toward meaningful change.
Aimee also focuses on areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment and family-of-origin issues, blended family stress, body image, caregiver strain, codependency, communication breakdowns, responses to disaster, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and substance use. Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy, which she draws on to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
She emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and practical skill-building, incorporating communication practice, relaxation strategies, mindfulness, meditation, self-care, and coping techniques that clients can use between sessions. Aimee meets people where they are and works without judgment to create individualized plans that support recovery, resilience, and clearer direction for the future. She offers a compassionate, respectful approach designed to empower clients as they work toward meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Aimee Paddock have?
Aimee Paddock has 23 years of experience in mental health and addictions counseling.
Is Aimee Paddock a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. License details: IN LCSW 34006214A.
In which languages does Aimee Paddock provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Aimee Paddock located?
She is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Aimee Paddock as my therapist?
You can work with Aimee Paddock through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Aimee Paddock work with international clients?
Aimee Paddock does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Aimee Paddock cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep problems by teaching practical skills and strategies. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies to build emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and it is helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and impulse-related concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reorganizing emotional responses in relationships to improve connection and resolve attachment-related difficulties.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Aimee collaborates with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and will adapt methods over time so the plan feels like a good fit. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy stays relevant and practical.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from home or other convenient locations, while still working with licensed professionals to address meaningful concerns.