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Meet the Founder · Sauna Therapy

Hi, I'm Paige. It's nice to meet you.

Paige Swanson, MA, LPC, NCC
Founder & Clinical Director

I'm a Dallas-based psychotherapist, trauma therapist, and founder of Sauna Therapy. My work brings together clinical psychology, neuroscience, human connection, and a deep curiosity about what it means to be human.

I believe meaningful change begins when we feel safe enough to explore who we are, understand what has shaped us, and imagine a different relationship with ourselves.

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Paige Swanson, Founder and Clinical Director of Sauna Therapy in Dallas, Texas
Paige Swanson · Dallas, Texas
SAUNA THERAPY
Proactive · Preventative · Mental Health
01 / My Philosophy

A more human approach to healing.

I have always been fascinated by the relationship between the mind, body, and the experiences that shape our understanding of ourselves.

As a therapist, I approach this work through a humanistic, relational, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed lens. I am interested not only in the symptoms people experience, but in the histories, relationships, and adaptations that give those experiences meaning.

My clinical interests include complex trauma, PTSD, dissociation, attachment, anxiety, and the ways chronic stress influences physiological and emotional regulation.

I believe psychotherapy can be both scientifically grounded and deeply personal. It can involve careful reflection, practical skills, difficult conversations, and moments of unexpected insight.

Above all, I believe therapy should honor the complexity of each person rather than reduce them to a diagnosis.

"Healing is not about becoming someone entirely new. It is about developing a deeper relationship with who you are."

Paige Swanson · Clinical Philosophy
04 / Clinical Focus

The work we can do together.

My clinical work focuses on understanding the relationship between emotional experience, past adversity, physiological responses, and patterns of connection.

01

Complex Trauma & PTSD

Exploring trauma-related symptoms, safety, and recovery.

02

Dissociation

Understanding disruptions in awareness, memory, and self-experience.

03

Somatic Psychotherapy

Attending to bodily experience, stress responses, and regulation.

04

Attachment & Relationships

Exploring early experiences and recurring interpersonal patterns.

05

Anxiety & Emotional Regulation

Developing insight and practical strategies for difficult emotions.

06

Identity & Life Transitions

Navigating change, self-understanding, and questions of personal meaning.

05 / What Guides My Work

A few things I believe in.

Curiosity
Compassion
Authenticity
Scientific Inquiry
Human Connection
Continued Learning
06 / Beyond the Therapy Room

A little more about me.

I grew up near Lake Tahoe, where my appreciation for nature, movement, and the outdoors began.

Outside of clinical work, I enjoy art, dance, music, philosophy, and exploring the connections between creativity and human experience.

I have always been drawn to questions about consciousness, relationships, and the ways we make meaning of our lives.

These interests are part of who I am, and they continue to influence the curiosity and openness I bring to my work.

01 / Goodness of Fit

Who I Work Best With

My practice is particularly well suited for adults who want to understand not only what they are experiencing psychologically, but why certain emotional and behavioral patterns persist.

I offer individualized, trauma-informed psychotherapy and consultation for psychologically complex concerns. My work emphasizes the relationship between psychological insight, nervous system functioning, emotional regulation, and human connection.

01 / TRAUMA

Adults with Complex Trauma & PTSD

Individuals navigating childhood adversity, abuse, neglect, interpersonal violence, attachment disruptions, or longstanding trauma-related symptoms.

02 / REGULATION

Dissociation & Emotional Dysregulation

Individuals experiencing emotional overwhelm, hypervigilance, disconnection, or difficulty understanding and regulating intense responses.

03 / LEADERSHIP

Executives & High-Achieving Adults

Founders, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating burnout, perfectionism, chronic stress, leadership pressure, or major professional transitions.

04 / RELATIONSHIPS

Attachment & Relationship Difficulties

Adults seeking to understand patterns involving intimacy, abandonment, trust, boundaries, emotional security, and conflict.

05 / INTEGRATION

Research-Informed Psychotherapy

Clients interested in combining psychological insight with neuroscience-informed perspectives, somatic awareness, and practical strategies for change.

06 / PERSONAL GROWTH

Identity & Life Transitions

Individuals navigating significant changes in identity, relationships, professional responsibilities, or their understanding of themselves.

02 / Education & Professional Experience

Clinical experience, academic curiosity.

My background includes clinical psychotherapy, affective neuroscience research, pharmaceutical clinical trials, and organizational development.

Education & Credentials

  • Northwestern University — Master of Arts in Counseling
  • Tufts University — Graduate coursework in Public Health; MPH studies not completed
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Texas
  • National Certified Counselor (NCC), National Board for Certified Counselors

Academic Research Experience

  • University of Denver — Automaticity, Affect, Control & Thought Lab; affective neuroscience and emotion regulation
  • Southern Methodist University — Anxiety and depression research
  • Saint Louis University School of Medicine — Behavioral health and interpersonal research

Professional Experience

  • Founder & Clinical Director, Sauna Therapy, Dallas
  • Associate Director, Patient Engagement, pharmaceutical clinical trials
  • Clinical trial recruitment, retention, and patient engagement strategy
  • Corporate coaching, organizational development, and leadership initiatives

Additional Clinical Training

  • EMDR training through CompassionWorks
  • Somatic therapy continuing education through PESI
  • Psychedelic integration and psychotherapy training through Fluence
  • Mindfulness and interpersonal neurobiology
  • Anxiety, OCD, and phobia-focused training
  • Yoga and mind-body practices

Speaking & Community Engagement

Paige has participated in a Grant Halliburton Foundation and Center for BrainHealth discussion exploring art therapy, neuroscience, and mental health.

03 / Clinical Specializations

Understanding the whole person.

My clinical work explores how trauma, stress, relationships, and physiological responses influence psychological functioning.

01 / TRAUMA

Complex Trauma, PTSD & Dissociation

Much of my clinical work focuses on adults navigating the lasting psychological and physiological effects of traumatic experiences.

This may include childhood adversity, attachment disruptions, sexual trauma, interpersonal violence, chronic stress, and experiences that influence emotional regulation, identity, relationships, and personal safety.

I am particularly interested in the relationship between traumatic stress, dissociation, autonomic nervous system functioning, and the ways people adapt to overwhelming experiences.

02 / MIND-BODY

Somatic Psychotherapy & Nervous System Regulation

Emotional experiences are not exclusively cognitive. They may also be reflected in physiological responses, behavioral patterns, and how individuals experience their bodies.

I integrate somatic awareness, mindfulness, and body-oriented interventions to support awareness of emotional and physiological responses.

This approach may be relevant for individuals experiencing hypervigilance, emotional overwhelm, disconnection from bodily sensations, or persistent stress responses.

My interest in psychoneuroimmunology also informs my curiosity about the relationship between chronic stress, psychological functioning, and biological systems.

03 / RELATIONSHIPS

Attachment, Relationships & Identity

Early relationships can influence how we experience trust, intimacy, vulnerability, boundaries, and emotional security.

Our work may explore recurring interpersonal patterns, attachment experiences, self-worth, and the beliefs that shape relationships.

I value a collaborative process that helps clients develop greater insight while also building the capacity to make meaningful changes.

04 / Executive Presence & Leadership

The psychology of high performance.

Executive presence is more than appearing confident. It involves the ability to remain psychologically grounded, communicate with authority, tolerate pressure, and make deliberate decisions when the stakes are high.

I work with executives, founders, physicians, attorneys, entrepreneurs, and other high-responsibility professionals seeking to strengthen their psychological functioning and professional effectiveness.

For some, the work addresses clinical concerns such as anxiety, trauma, burnout, perfectionism, and chronic stress. For others, the focus is developmental: confidence, communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership.

Executive presence
Leadership identity
Communication under pressure
Emotional regulation
Conflict management
Assertiveness & boundaries
Decision-making under uncertainty
Founder & entrepreneurial stress
Perfectionism & over-functioning

Professional & Executive Coaching

My background in sales, marketing, pharmaceutical research, and corporate development informs my understanding of professional performance and organizational demands. I have also participated in professional development initiatives associated with BetterUp.

Coaching and psychotherapy are distinct services, with different goals and professional boundaries. The appropriate service depends on each person's needs.

05 / My Therapeutic Approach

Humanistic. Relational. Trauma-informed.

I do not believe therapy should be a one-size-fits-all experience.

My clinical orientation is fundamentally humanistic and relational, informed by research in emotion regulation, trauma, neurobiology, and psychological development.

I strive to create a therapeutic relationship that feels warm, intellectually curious, collaborative, and authentic.

There is room for meaningful psychological exploration, difficult conversations, humor, reflection, and practical tools for navigating everyday life.

Modalities & Therapeutic Perspectives

EMDR-informed trauma treatment
Somatic and body-oriented psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills
Mindfulness and interoceptive awareness
Psychodynamic and attachment-focused work
Experiential and creative approaches
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and integration, when clinically appropriate and coordinated with qualified medical providers
06 / A Note About Your Therapist

The philosophy behind my work.

My approach to healing has been shaped by the different places I have lived and the environments I have experienced.

I was born near Lake Tahoe and have always been interested in the relationship between our environment, the mind, and the body.

I earned my master's degree in counseling from Northwestern University and completed much of my clinical training while living in Boulder, Colorado, where I deepened my interest in mindfulness, somatic therapy, and psychedelic-assisted therapeutic approaches.

The concept for Sauna Therapy emerged during a hike in Sedona, Arizona, where I was reminded of the resilience of the human spirit.

Much like the cacti that endure the Arizona heat, people have a remarkable capacity to adapt, survive, and find new ways of living.

I founded Sauna Therapy to embody these principles: a place where healing is not confined to one model, method, or framework.

I bring professionalism and personality into the therapy room. Humor, honesty, and deep conversations about our psychological experiences all have a place in my work.

Therapy that is meant to feel good.

My style is warm, attuned, and collaborative. I combine research-informed psychotherapy with a genuine interest in each person's experiences, relationships, and capacity for change.

08 / Beyond the Therapy Room

A few things about me.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is human first. Here are a few small details about the person behind the professional credentials.

Favorite Quote

A Taylor Swift lyric about butterflies, transformation, and breaking through.

What's in My Purse?

Last weekend's earrings, this morning's cuff bracelet, and a pair of sunnies.

What Makes Me Smile?

Walking through the neighborhood looking at trees, watching the clouds, and chasing the moon. Happiness is in the details.

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