I am licensed in Wisconsin with 3 years of professional work experience in direct therapy but have 12 years of experience in social work.. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. 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.
Additional areas of focus: Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Sexuality, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
WI LCSW 11560-123
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Great listener and over time we have adapted our approach to things to be more personable to current situations and characteristics
Written on May 05, 2026 after therapy with Kathryn for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Katie is a wonderful therapist. She's kind, thoughtful, and really listens to your concerns. I would highly recommend her as a therapist, she's helped me out a lot.
Written on Dec 25, 2025 after therapy with Kathryn for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I really enjoy my time with Kathryn and feel like she actively listens to me. I am so glad I started therapy!
Written on Aug 23, 2024 after therapy with Kathryn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd