Kathryn Heinzen, LPC

Kathryn Heinzen is a Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in the states of Kansas and Wisconsin (LPC, a credential that indicates she is licensed to practice professional counseling). She has worked across the lifespan with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, supporting people who face depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, stress, career transitions, and other significant life changes.

In addition to her counseling work, she is a certified personal trainer and has supported clients dealing with weight loss and body image concerns, bringing attention to both physical and mental well-being. Her clinical experience spans group homes, an inpatient psychiatric hospital, and an intensive outpatient hospital setting, which has given her exposure to people at many different points in their mental health journeys.

Kathryn's approach to counseling is warm, compassionate, and supportive while also offering thoughtful challenge to promote growth. She meets clients where they are, listens actively, and partners with them to set and pursue meaningful goals. In practice she uses a variety of methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness exercises, journaling, and positive psychology. She recognizes that reaching out for help can be difficult and commends anyone taking that step. When a client is ready to commit, Kathryn offers steady support and encouragement to help them move forward. She looks forward to working with new clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Support

Kathryn draws from client-centered therapy, which emphasizes understanding the client's perspective and building a supportive relationship so clients feel heard and empowered to explore their goals. This approach is useful for people working through life transitions, relationship concerns, or self-esteem struggles.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, a practical method that helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT often includes concrete tools and exercises that clients can apply between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kathryn works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She and each client review progress and adjust the plan as needed so therapy stays focused and relevant.

Online therapy sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic distance. Those options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life while maintaining regular access to licensed professionals and therapists who can provide consistent care and support.