Catherine Stoddard, LCSW

Catherine Stoddard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Utah who brings five years of focused clinical experience to her work with adults facing emotional and behavioral challenges. She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns, and she also addresses related issues such as communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, and questions of life purpose.

Her practice centers on creating a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their experiences and build practical strategies for healing and growth. She draws from a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including cognitive-behavioral methods to address unhelpful thinking patterns, motivational interviewing to support readiness for change, psychodynamic perspectives to understand deeper patterns, crisis intervention when urgent needs arise, and brief solution-focused approaches to identify concrete steps forward.

Catherine emphasizes collaboration - working with each person to tailor interventions that fit their values, goals, and daily life. Her aim is to help clients build resilience, increase self-awareness, and develop sustainable skills that support long-term well-being. She welcomes clients seeking a progressive, affirming therapeutic environment and offers flexible ways to connect and begin work toward meaningful change.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Accessible Online Care

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is practical and skills-oriented, often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching strategies for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.

Motivational interviewing is a collaborative conversation style that helps people explore and strengthen their own motivation for change. It is especially useful for addressing addictions, ambivalence about change, and building commitment to new goals.

The right therapeutic approach often emerges through collaboration. Catherine works with clients to determine which evidence-based methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds so treatment feels tailored and effective.

Online therapy offers flexible options for connecting with licensed professionals, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and other commitments, and they increase access for people who prefer remote care. Therapists can use these channels to deliver the same core therapeutic work - skill building, emotional support, and structured interventions - in a way that fits each person’s life.