Catherine Kimrey, LMHC, LPCC

Catherine Kimrey, LMHC, LPCC, is a licensed therapist based in Minnesota with 18 years of clinical experience. She supports people working through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, motivation and self-esteem concerns, and depression. Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be expressed honestly and explored together.

Catherine emphasizes collaboration and practical steps, helping clients identify goals and build the skills needed to move toward a more fulfilling life. She encourages the courage it takes to begin change and offers steady support and encouragement throughout the process. Her background includes training as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), credentials that reflect advanced clinical preparation and supervised practice.

Clients seeking help with family and relationship patterns, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, midlife transitions, or feelings of isolation may find her experience particularly relevant. Catherine aims to empower people to strengthen communication, process grief, manage anxiety, and regain confidence as they work toward lasting, meaningful change.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual’s experience and strengths, providing a supportive, empathetic environment where a person’s own insights guide growth. This approach is helpful for building self-esteem, improving motivation, and working through life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, practical method that helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT often includes goal-focused exercises and strategies to change behaviors that interfere with daily functioning.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of thoughts and feelings, which can reduce reactivity to stress and support coping with grief, anxiety, and relationship strain.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Catherine works collaboratively with each person to evaluate needs, goals, and preferences and to adjust methods as progress is made.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video, over the phone, via live chat, or through text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from the comfort of one’s own setting.