Pauleena Akers, LCSW, CSW

Pauleena Akers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She is direct and practical in sessions and focuses on clear goals. Pauleena offers a calm presence for people working through grief, low self-esteem, relationship and intimacy concerns, and issues around work or sleep.

Pauleena draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered ideas to help clients notice unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. She also uses mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing to support small changes that matter. Sessions often include talking through thoughts, practicing new ways of coping, and setting simple homework between meetings.

She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice in 2014 and a Master of Social Work from Valdosta State University in 2018. Pauleena began as a substance abuse counselor in 2015 and moved into clinical social work, gaining professional licensure in 2022. Her work history includes inpatient and outpatient roles, and experience serving people across the life span including geriatrics and at-risk newborns.

With six years of clinical experience, Pauleena offers a straightforward, supportive style. She invites clients to challenge old patterns and try new perspectives while balancing compassion with clear questions. Her approach suits people who want practical tools and steady guidance.

Outside of work she lives in Georgia with her spouse and two elementary-aged daughters. Pauleena enjoys travel, reading, time outdoors, and exploring new restaurants.

How Pauleena Uses Talk Therapy and Practical Tools Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and meeting each person where they are. It helps people feel heard and supported while they name goals and try changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and gives simple exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches skills for noticing the present moment and grounding attention; it can reduce rumination and support coping during major life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Pauleena will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She checks in regularly and adapts techniques so the plan stays useful and realistic for daily life.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent traveling. These practical benefits help people maintain consistent work on goals and practice new skills between sessions.