What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Paige's kindness and intelligence shine brightly. Helping and guiding me in multiple different ways to find what works. As a middle aged man just starting his emotional growth and healing is lucky to have crossed paths with Paige. I'd say they're amazing for any age range considering how well she's already helped heal my inner child felt heard and safe. I feel blessed.”
JELess than 6 months ago
“Before I started therapy, I was terrified to open up and I thought that going to therapy meant something was wrong with me. Now I look forward to my appointments. She has made me feel so comfortable and I am so proud of what I have been able to do with her advice!”
VFLess than 6 months ago
About Paige Szarafin
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Depression
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychotherapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Strength-Based
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Paige Szarafin
I want to start by acknowledging the bravery it takes to begin a growth journey. I’m so glad you found your way here, and I appreciate your consideration in inviting me to be a part of your healing process.
As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I have a special passion for working with queer individuals, though I’ve truly valued working with people from all backgrounds. Not only do you deserve a therapist who’s able to empathetically listen, you also deserve one who has conviction that things can and will get better as a result of the work you do together. I hold myself to a high standard with 5 years of experience to use some of the best evidence-based approaches to help people meaningfully grow.
Internal Family Systems therapy, the therapy I specialize in, is a lot like the story of 3 blindfolded men describing an elephant by touch. One person touches the trunk and describes the animal as a snake, one touches its leg and describes it like a tree, and another touches its tail and describes it as a small hairy thing. We can only see our mind in “parts” in a similar way, and when we’re able to integrate the big picture of how they all fit together, we can begin to accept our experiences as a whole. For example, even though we know some people might be bad for us, we may still find them very attractive. It would seem like both of those things shouldn’t be in the same person, but they are. Becoming our authentic selves requires us to learn to negotiate between those two seemingly opposing parts.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Rapport is central to the treatment I provide, as a strong therapist-client relationship is the foundation of successful treatment. I am committed to respecting my clients’ lived experience 100% of the time, and that involves all identities, cultural backgrounds, and values that make you, you. I love to celebrate client successes, and that spirit of encouragement will be present throughout our sessions. Importantly, I take care to balance encouragement and positivity with a healthy amount of challenging my patients to be the best they can be. This way, you can trust that you are receiving more than just validation from sessions with me.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My goal as a therapist is to provide you with the necessary insight and tools to reach and maintain your goals. To achieve this, we will begin with an hour-long intake session in which I will ask a lot of questions geared toward learning about your history, present concerns, and goals.
In the sessions that follow, we will work to identify what “parts” of yourself tend to show up when you are anticipating/handling/processing problems. I will help you discover that those parts do not represent your entire identity. Rather, they exist to protect you and may need to develop trust that you can protect yourself. You will learn to navigate internal conflicts between parts with kindness and compassion rather than harshness - harshness can often simply make things worse. You will then learn how to collaborate with those parts of yourself in ways that serve you better.
Frequency of therapy can be tailored to the needs of the client. While weekly therapy can yield more streamlined results, progress can also be achieved with biweekly or monthly appointments as long as the client practices learned skills outside of session.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University at Buffalo (North Campus), Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1063024560
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Paige has been very helpful in all my needs & what services I am eligible for.
Less than 6 months agoJP
Paige's kindness and intelligence shine brightly. Helping and guiding me in multiple different ways to find what works. As a middle aged man just starting his emotional growth and healing is lucky to have crossed paths with Paige. I'd say they're amazing for any age range considering how well she's already helped heal my inner child felt heard and safe. I feel blessed.
Less than 6 months agoJE
Before I started therapy, I was terrified to open up and I thought that going to therapy meant something was wrong with me. Now I look forward to my appointments. She has made me feel so comfortable and I am so proud of what I have been able to do with her advice!
Less than 6 months agoVF
My visit was very good and understanding. She really gets the job done, explains everything to you about what you need help with, makes me feel like a person.”
Less than 6 months agoPW
Very professional — put me at ease all the time.
Less than 6 months agoPB
Paige was second to none with her approach to her treatment to me. She was nice and pleasant to talk to and was very approachable.
Less than 6 months agoLH
I find Paige a pleasure to work with. She is very knowledgeable about many topics I need help with. I appreciate her and the work she is doing.
Less than 6 months agoTM
Paige was very kind & patient from the very start. She has been extremely helpful throughout all of my visits, even when listening to my ranting. Absolutely wonderful to work with and I couldn’t recommend her more.
Less than 6 months agoSS
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Is Paige Szarafin accepting new patients?
Paige Szarafin generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Paige Szarafin's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Paige Szarafin accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Paige Szarafin online?
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What practice does Paige Szarafin work with?
Paige Szarafin works with Become The Way MSO LLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Paige Szarafin?
Paige Szarafin frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Paige Szarafin on their profile.
What languages does Paige Szarafin speak?
Paige Szarafin speaks English.
How do patients rate Paige Szarafin in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Paige Szarafin. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.