I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Arkansas with 13 years of experience. I have worked with diverse populations, ranging from children to clients 65 years and older. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, anger management, coping with grief and loss, caregiver burnout, and relationship issues. I have helped clients who have experienced emotional, sexual, and physical abuse.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I truly believe it is important to be where my clients are and to be patient in their therapy journey. I will always treat my clients with respect, dignity, and compassion. I avoid any stigmatizing labels. I advocate for my clients and their needs. I strive for integrity and honesty while helping my clients through their journey. My approach combines cognitive- behavioral, solutions- focused therapy, and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I understand that our sessions are your stories and experiences. It takes courage, strength, and perseverance to overcome struggles in life. I would love to help you through these struggles and to help you find the inner strength you are seeking. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Narcissism, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Workplace issues
AR LCSW 3194-C
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Catherine Pettus. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Catherine is respectful and really helps me get to the root of what's going on with me. I enjoy talking with her!
Written on Jul 19, 2024 after therapy with Catherine for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I have not been good in the past at prioritizing things like therapy that are good for me. I have learned a lot from my therapist the last nine months. I'm still not good at completing the worksheets and journaling, but I am way more accepting of what I do in general :)
Written on Jul 03, 2024 after therapy with Catherine for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
My therapist helps me to have insight to navigating life and doing what is best for me so I can be a better person for not only my self but others in my life.
Written on May 22, 2024 after therapy with Catherine for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
She is great. She helped me through one of the most difficult times of my life!
Written on Apr 22, 2024 after therapy with Catherine for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I love her!! I can speak to her on my level.
Written on Apr 05, 2024 after therapy with Catherine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Catherine is SO MUCH BETTER than my last therapist. She is seriously awesome and she cares about how I feel. I hope I get to see Catherine until I no longer need therapy.
Written on Mar 10, 2024 after therapy with Catherine for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes