Kathleen Shapiro, LPC

Kathleen Shapiro is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar-related concerns, and life changes.

She aims to build a respectful, warm connection with each person. Sessions are collaborative and paced to match what the client is comfortable with. Kathleen listens first, then blends practical tools with steady support.

Her background includes a Master’s degree in Professional Clinical Counseling and more than a decade in practice. That experience includes work with people who have used substances, faced traumatic events, or are navigating major transitions in life.

In sessions she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered methods, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. That mix lets her tailor strategies to specific problems like worry, low mood, or difficulty managing impulses.

Therapy with Kathleen focuses on setting clear goals together and learning skills that help in everyday life. Clients can expect concrete steps to change thinking patterns, emotional regulation tools, and practical plans for coping with stressors.

Outside work she values time outdoors, walking trails, and weekend softball. She encourages self-care and balance as part of recovery and ongoing wellness.

How Kathleen uses therapy approaches online

CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical experiments. It helps with anxiety, low mood, and problems like unhealthy habits by giving clear steps to change thinking and behavior.

Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and building a supportive relationship. In this approach the therapist follows the client’s lead and helps people feel understood while they find their own solutions.

DBT offers tools for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal skills. It is useful for learning emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Kathleen works with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so sessions stay useful and relevant.

Online therapy with this clinician can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions are good for more in-depth work and face-to-face conversation. Phone visits can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text are helpful for quick check-ins, skill reminders, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life and keep continuity between sessions.