Kathleen Shapiro, LPC

Kathleen Shapiro is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters Degree in Professional Clinical Counseling and 12 years of clinical experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. She works with individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, anger, self-esteem concerns, and major life changes. Kathleen emphasizes a compassionate, person-centered approach that honors each clients cultural background and lived experience.

Kathleen blends practical therapies - including cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, person-centered care, trauma-informed practices, and solution-focused methods - to tailor treatment to each persons needs. She approaches goal setting as a collaborative process, helping clients identify meaningful goals and develop skills for self-discovery and healthier coping. Her style is warm, engaging, and respectful, designed to meet people where they are in the moment and move at a pace that feels right.

Outside of work, Kathleen values time outdoors, enjoys walking trails and parks, is working toward jogging again, and plays softball on weekends. She encourages balanced self-care and supports clients as they take the courageous step of seeking counseling and growth.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Kathleen uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients lead the pace of work and therapists follow their needs. This approach supports people navigating grief, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and emotional distress by prioritizing empathy and collaboration.

She also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT - which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and building practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical behavior therapy - DBT - is used to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be particularly helpful for intense emotions, anger, and patterns that fuel addictions or relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Kathleen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and current circumstances. Through open conversation she adapts techniques so clients feel engaged and supported.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access care from home or on the go. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured, skill-based work as well as empathic, client-centered support.