Catherine Johnston , LPC

Catherine Johnston is a licensed therapist in Michigan who brings 21 years of clinical experience to her work with adults facing life's most difficult transitions. As an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - she blends practical therapeutic tools with empathic support to help people navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, relationship strain, and grief.

Her practice emphasizes helping clients build deeper self-understanding, heal from past hurts, and strengthen coping skills that support lasting change. Catherine works with a wide range of concerns including family and parenting issues, intimacy and relationship dynamics, self-esteem struggles, and career or life-stage transitions, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs.

Clients in her practice can expect a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where exploration and growth are prioritized. She draws on evidence-informed methods to empower individuals to reconnect with personal strengths, reduce symptoms that interfere with daily life, and pursue meaningful goals. Catherine welcomes thoughtful, motivated adults who are ready to engage in reflective work toward greater emotional resilience and personal growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Catherine frequently integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral tools, and client-centered principles into her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them while focusing on actions that align with personal values - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns by teaching practical skills to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is often applied for depression, anxiety, and coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client’s lead to foster self-understanding and growth, which can be especially helpful for relationship, self-esteem, and identity concerns.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Catherine works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods fit a person’s goals, preferences, and needs, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins can be handled via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access consistent support from qualified therapists regardless of location within her service area.