Paige Siemers
Counselor-in-Training | M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Hi, I'm Paige — a wife, mom, retired teacher, and counselor-in-training, entering this second chapter of my professional life with a heart for serving others, shaped by years of volunteer work and a passion for helping people move forward when life feels overwhelming.
I've spent over 25 years working with teenagers, families, and individuals as an educator and volunteer, and I now bring that real-life experience into the counseling space alongside my professional training. I've walked through divorce and raising a child with a disability, which gives me a deep understanding of how heavy life can feel. I also have a heart for supporting those who feel overlooked or stretched too thin — including individuals navigating life transitions and families raising teenagers.
I believe counseling works best when people feel emotionally safe, genuinely heard, and supported without judgment. My approach is person-centered at the core, integrating cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques to meet clients where they are while also giving them practical tools for real life. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in empathy, collaboration, and meaningful support. I value helping clients develop deeper self-understanding alongside the coping strategies and confidence they need to create lasting change.
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About Me
Graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with 27 years of experience as an educator and leader in public schools. Experienced in supporting adolescents, families, and women through emotional regulation, motivation, and resilience-building. Currently serving in a private practice setting assisting with client communication, outreach, psychoeducation, and ethical operations. Seeking a practicum/internship placement in a warm, client-centered clinical environment focused on growth, supervision, and meaningful client care.
Education
Grand Canyon University — Phoenix, AZ Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Expected graduation 2027
Baylor University — Waco, TX Bachelor of Arts in English May 1995
Skills
- Empathic Communication
- Psychoeducation
- Executive Function Coaching
- Rapport Building
- Emotional Awareness
- Goal-Setting & Motivation
- Organization & Time Management
- Collaboration with Families
- Workshop Facilitation
- Confidentiality & Ethical Practice
- Social Media & Outreach Coordination
Professional Experience
Executive Functioning Coach & Tutor Self-Employed | Katy, TX | October 2025 – Present
- Provide executive functioning coaching for junior high and high school students focused on organization, time management, motivation, and academic confidence.
- Collaborate with parents to support emotional regulation, accountability, and self-advocacy.
- Manage client relationships, scheduling, and service operations using structured protocols and client-centered strategies.
Counseling Assistant Mental Health Counseling of Katy | Katy, TX | January 2025 – Present
- Support clinical operations through client communication, intake coordination, and psychoeducational materials.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and ethical handling of client records and communications.
- Assist with outreach, marketing initiatives, wellness events, and website management.
- Coordinate special events focused on wellness.
Teacher Katy ISD | Grapevine-Colleyville ISD | Coppell ISD | August 1995 – December 2024
- Facilitated social-emotional learning, leadership, and personal responsibility curriculum for diverse learners, including students in GT and those with multiple disabilities.
- Modeled empathy, communication, conflict resolution, and resilience.
- Mentored adolescents in self-concept development, public speaking, decision-making, and values-based leadership.
- Designed and delivered district-wide professional development for educators on emotional intelligence, classroom communication, and goal-setting.
Clinical Interests
I would love to be in a clinical training environment that offers experience with a wide range of clients across the lifespan so I can develop strong foundational counseling skills. My interests include working with adolescents and young adults managing academic stress and emotional regulation, supporting women through life transitions, and addressing concerns related to anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and family systems. I value psychoeducation and skills-based approaches and am open to faith-integrated counseling when clinically appropriate.
Volunteer & Community Leadership
Ainsley's Angels of America – Greater Houston Leadership Team & Active Volunteer | Houston, TX | 2015 – Present
- Coordinate inclusive running events and outreach for individuals with disabilities.
- Support athletes and families through empowerment and community engagement.
Carrie's Heart Volunteer | Houston, TX & Yucatan, Mexico | 2005 – Present
- Support families raising children with disabilities in the Mayan Zone.
- Assist with fundraising, outreach, and program development for inclusive community support.
YoungLife Capernaum Ministry Katy, TX | 2022 – 2025
- Supported faith-based inclusive programming for teens and young adults with disabilities.
Speaking & Presentations
Guest Speaker – Wings Women's Ministry The Hangar – Brookshire, TX | 2025
- Mental health and self-care for women navigating life transitions
Guest Speaker – Embrace Disability Ministry Holy Covenant United Methodist Church – Katy, TX | 2025
- Mental health, coping, and resilience strategies for parents of children with disabilities
References
Sara Veillon, LPC-A Founder, Mental Health Counseling Group sara@mhckaty.com | 281-944-5416
Dr. Ethan Crowell Principal, Jordan High School ethandcrowell@katyisd.org | 281-234-9007
Heather O'Harra Moccia Ambassador, Ainsley's Angels of America – Greater Houston houston@ainsleysangels.org | 281-881-9932
Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation will be added here as they are received during practicum and internship experiences.