Cathy Nau, LMHC

Washington LMHC with 29 years experience

Stress and anxiety
Trauma and grief
ADHD and life changes

About Cathy Nau

Cathy Nau is a Washington-based Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 29 years of clinical experience helping people navigate life transitions, loss, and persistent stress. She begins by meeting clients where they are, offering immediate support and practical relief while collaborating to define clear, manageable goals. Her steady approach emphasizes taking one small step at a time, a guiding idea she often shares with clients as they work toward meaningful change.

Cathy has supported individuals across the United States and overseas through Military and Family Life Counseling, and her background spans work with teens through adults. She has helped people cope with depression, anxiety, grief including pet loss, trauma and abuse, attention differences such as ADD and ADHD, eating and food-related concerns including weight loss surgery management, and the ongoing challenges of caregiving, career shifts, and aging.

Drawing from evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, solution-focused strategies, and positive psychology, Cathy shapes therapy to each person’s strengths and needs. She brings warmth, respect, and practical tools to sessions, supporting clients as they build coping skills, strengthen self-esteem, and regain momentum. Cathy honors the courage it takes to begin and stays alongside clients as they take each new step toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes ADHD

Also Specializes In

Trauma and abuseCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cathy Nau have?

Cathy Nau has 29 years of experience in the psychocounseling field and as a life coach.

Is Cathy Nau a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details: WA LMHC LH00007536.

In which languages does Cathy Nau provide therapy?

Cathy provides therapy in English.

Where is Cathy Nau located?

She is located in Washington.

How can I work with Cathy Nau as my therapist?

You can work with Cathy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cathy Nau work with international clients?

Cathy Nau does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cathy Nau cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, grief, and life transitions by building psychological flexibility. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, respect, and helping the person lead the direction of their work; it supports self-esteem, coping with change, and processing losses through a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical strategies to manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, and mood concerns through skill building and structured practice.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cathy collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective. This collaborative process helps ensure treatment aligns with personal values and daily life.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet from home or wherever is convenient via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments and allow ongoing support between appointments when needed. For many people, remote care increases access to consistent, ongoing therapy with licensed professionals while preserving the therapeutic relationship and practical benefits of evidence-informed approaches.

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