LCSW

Kathleen Carter, LCSW

Therapist in Illinois

Kathleen is a LCSW therapist in Illinois.

20+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Grief
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy

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About Kathleen

Kathleen Carter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 20 years of professional experience. She focuses on supporting people who are managing stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, addressing motivation and self-esteem concerns, and navigating relationship challenges, addiction, and depression. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion as the foundation for each therapeutic relationship.

Kathleen works collaboratively with clients to identify and overcome the obstacles that keep them from moving forward and living more fully. She helps clients build practical skills and emotional insight so they can face difficult moments with greater confidence and resilience. Recognizing that beginning therapy often requires courage, she acknowledges and honors that first step and aims to create a welcoming space for growth.

Throughout her career Kathleen has guided individuals through transitions and setbacks with steady support and clear focus on achievable goals. Her approach is client-centered and goal-oriented, inviting people to explore change at a pace that fits their needs while fostering lasting progress toward a more satisfying life.

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Kathleen Carter incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and learn practical ways to accept difficult feelings while taking meaningful action. ACT is often helpful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing concrete skills to change behaviors and emotional responses. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and improving coping strategies.

In addition, Kathleen practices client-centered therapy, offering a supportive, empathetic environment where clients lead the pace and focus of sessions while the therapist provides guidance and understanding. This approach can be especially beneficial for building self-esteem and processing grief.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Kathleen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as progress is made.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling and allow clients to access care from home or other convenient locations. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent work on goals while fitting therapy into everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Kathleen Carter have?

Kathleen Carter has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Kathleen Carter a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kathleen Carter holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149006508.

In which languages does Kathleen Carter provide therapy?

Kathleen Carter provides therapy in English.

Where is Kathleen Carter located?

Kathleen Carter is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Kathleen Carter as my therapist?

You can work with Kathleen Carter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kathleen Carter work with international clients?

Kathleen Carter does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathleen Carter cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.