Katherine (Katie) Briggs , LCPC, LPC

Katherine (Katie) Briggs is a licensed counselor with 20 years of experience working with adults who face significant mental health challenges. Much of her practice has focused on supporting people managing symptoms of depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, co-occurring conditions, substance abuse, trauma and PTSD, and personality disorders as they work to restore stability and rebuild daily life. She brings a steady, practical approach to care that emphasizes collaboration and helping clients regain functioning and purpose.

Briggs holds the credentials LCPC and LPC, counselor licenses that reflect advanced clinical training and experience in mental health treatment. She is licensed to practice in both Virginia and Nevada and commonly uses video sessions to meet with clients, integrating remote care into her clinical work when appropriate.

Approaches for Online Mental Health Support

Katherine (Katie) Briggs commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her online practice. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to shift those patterns - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness - it can be especially useful for intense emotions, self-destructive patterns, and improving relationship skills.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Briggs works with each client to explore which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time to ensure the treatment plan remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Those options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow for consistent contact when in-person visits are difficult, and enable licensed professionals and therapists to deliver evidence-informed care in ways that match a client’s schedule and communication style.