Kathleen Shapiro , LPC

Kathleen Shapiro holds a Master’s Degree in Professional Clinical Counseling and is credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She has worked in the field for nine years, supporting people with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. She approaches each therapeutic relationship with sensitivity to cultural and cross-cultural factors and aims to create an environment of compassion, respect, and warmth.

Kathleen’s style is engaging and person-first, focusing on collaboration and meeting clients where they are. She blends techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered care, trauma-informed practice, and solution-focused strategies to tailor treatment to each individual. Goal-setting is treated as a team effort, with practical skills and self-discovery woven into the process to help clients make meaningful changes at a pace that feels right for them.

Outside of her professional work she values time outdoors, enjoys walking trails and parks, is working toward returning to jogging, and plays weekend softball. She emphasizes self-care and life balance, and she recognizes the courage involved in seeking counseling. Kathleen offers supportive, strengths-based guidance to help clients move forward.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Kathleen Shapiro draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship and helps people explore their feelings and values while building self-awareness and confidence. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be especially effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. DBT combines acceptance and change strategies while teaching practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for mood fluctuations, anger, and challenges with impulse control.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Kathleen collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She works with clients to set achievable steps and adjust techniques as progress unfolds, keeping the relationship flexible and client-driven.

Online therapy offers practical benefits including scheduling flexibility and easier access to ongoing care. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose formats that fit their routines. For many people, these options make it simpler to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.