Paige Bartholomew is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW), and holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), making her the highest academically credentialed clinician at Guzman & Baker. Her doctoral training deepens her clinical practice with rigorous grounding in research, theory, and outcome measurement. Paige is particularly skilled in treating complex trauma and PTSD, and she brings both intellectual depth and genuine compassion to her work with clients who have endured significant adversity.
Credentials
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) — advanced Missouri licensure
- Master of Social Work (MSW)
Specializations
Paige specializes in trauma, PTSD, and substance use, bringing doctoral-level expertise and evidence-based precision to clients dealing with complex and longstanding challenges.
- Trauma and PTSD
- Substance use
- Anxiety
- Depression
Therapeutic approaches
Paige’s doctoral background informs a highly evidence-based approach to treatment:
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) — a structured, trauma-focused approach to reducing PTSD symptoms by examining and reframing trauma-related beliefs
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) — addressing trauma across the lifespan with structured, skills-based interventions
- Contingency Management (CM) — a behavioral approach used to support recovery from substance use through positive reinforcement
What to Expect
Working with Paige means engaging with a clinician who is both deeply knowledgeable and genuinely invested in your progress. She conducts thorough assessments and uses outcome monitoring to track your growth over time. Paige is direct and transparent about her clinical reasoning — she will explain why she recommends particular approaches and will always seek your input. Her sessions are structured and evidence-driven, while remaining warm and attuned to your individual experience. 
