I am licensed in Illinois with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with life transitions. Additionally, I help with relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Professional experience
14 yrs in practice
RelationshipsSelf esteem, MotivationCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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I love my therapist. She always tells me what I need to hear not what I want. She’s helped me leaps and bounds the last 3 weeks
Written on Dec 23, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very nice.
Written on Sep 19, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Great listener and offers sound advice!
Written on Sep 08, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Kathleen was absolutely amazing. I felt heard and it truly helped me through my struggles
Written on Jul 12, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
She’s great !
Written on Jul 01, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
I really appreciate how personable and gentle Kathleen is in her approach. From the very beginning, she made me feel comfortable and safe opening up. Her calm presence and thoughtful listening created a space where I felt genuinely heard. I also found her suggestions to be not only insightful but very practical and actionable. Her support has made a meaningful difference in how I approach my challenges, and I am grateful for the clarity and care she brings to each session.
Written on Jun 20, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
Kathleen was very easy to talk to and help me feel more at ease.
Written on Jun 07, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, addictions, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She's helped me with pausing and considering other narratives before making assumptions. This has been tremendously impactful with me assuming more positive intent with others and being open to build more trust.
Written on Apr 05, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
She is a fantastic therapist! I learned a lot.
Written on Mar 03, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and sleeping disorders
I had a great session with her and would highly recommend!
Written on Feb 17, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Kathleen is professional and understanding and warm at the same time, she understands my concerns and has been a big help in helping me understand what has been truly on my mind and how my patterns can repeat in different areas of my life.
Written on Feb 06, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kathleen was kind and understanding. She made me feel comfortable being me. Being that I’m a lot… that’s saying a lot!
Written on Jan 25, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
Kathleen is amazing!
Written on Dec 24, 2024 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I enjoy talking with Kathleen Griffin. She has a very supportive demeanor.
Written on Dec 12, 2024 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
She listens and offers grounded insights.
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Kathleen for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
she’s the best
Written on Oct 15, 2024 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
I just met her and I felt comfortable and she touched on some things that I didn't think about before and was VERY ENCOURAGING and that's o PRO I need as well as straight forward and attentive. Doesn't get any better !
Written on Oct 05, 2024 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very down to earth and very easy to make a connection with when it comes to getting help.
Written on Nov 29, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
I’m very happy to have someone to talk to. My therapist is so sweet and gentle.
Written on Sep 13, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Ms. Griffin really listens and understands what I am talking about. She offered great, insightful questions that let me actually think and approach situations differently, so I can learn to deal with difficulties better. She’s kind and friendly, and responds to all messages. Highly recommend.
Written on Aug 25, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Kathleen was very responsive and nice to talk to. I came in with some anxiety and felt a lot better after talking with her. She was able to help centralize the root of my anxiety. She was also patient and empathetic. Overall I had a good experience talking to her.
Written on Jul 07, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kathleen has always been kind and supportive. The suggestions have been the most helpful when I need it.
Written on Jun 26, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Kathleen was very kind and did a great job listening to me when I was at a particularly low point. Speaking with her helped a lot.
Written on Jun 21, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
I am so grateful that I had a chance to experience Kathleen as my therapist. She has been extremely helpful and supportive in helping me deal with a very harsh breakup. She’s very nice and listens to everything you say. She makes you feel heard, and helps to look at the other side. 10/10 experience, thank you so much!
Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Kathleen has been a great help to me during our therapy sessions. I would recommend her with my whole heart as she is a great therapist, listener and overall a good person.
Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Kathleen is amazing and has calmed me down more times than I can count at this. Her words of encouragement and understanding is great. It’s like talking to a friend but who’s an expert on my mental health and understanding. I highly recommend Kathleen.
Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
She’s gentle yet firm when she responds and asks good questions to get me thinking deeper into my past, present, and overall self-awareness
Written on Feb 05, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Kathy has been so helpful at this point in my progress. She listens and holds space in a nonjudgmental and encouraging way. I’ve never had formal therapy before and she was able to walk me through how it all works. I have been able to have revelations through our conversations that wouldn’t have been possible unless it was through therapy. She asks great questions when necessary to lead me through tangled thoughts and feelings. I’m appreciative of Kathy so far !
Written on Jan 28, 2023 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very kind and understanding. So grateful for the help.
Written on Nov 24, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kathleen is a great listener and helped me understand how to address my problems. I appreciated her checking in on me to make sure I was ok
Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Kathleen has been hugely beneficial in my healing journey, dealing with a difficult relationship with a parent. She's really listened, offered insight and also helped me feel a sense of empowerment in my decisions moving forward.
Written on Oct 29, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 3 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
I have only had 2 sessions with Kathleen over the course of a few weeks and so far she is very supportive and understanding. She has really helped me to better process things in such a short time. Highly recommend.
Written on Oct 26, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
My first session with her was very fun and relieving. She listened to everything that I had to say and was very respectful towards me. I'm excited and looking foward to our next session
Written on Oct 25, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
I feel heard and when I'm misunderstood we work through that as well which helps me explore my misunderstandings with others.
Written on Oct 12, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Kathleen shows understanding through relating with my problems on a personal level. It makes me feel validated and heard and her advice seems always spot on and is truly helpful.
Written on Sep 21, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Great listener and challenges me
Written on Sep 10, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger management, and coping with life changes
I’ve had only two sessions with Kathy, but have found her so warm and compassionate. She is a patient and empathetic listener — and she’s really listening! During our first session, she had a profound insight (which ought to have been obvious to me but wasn’t) and shared questions about my experience that were really thought provoking. She is non-judgemental, very encouraging, and just so nice to talk to. I genuinely look forward to talking it out with someone who really hears me and cares.
Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
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