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Kathryn Douglas, LPC, LPCC

Licensed counselor focused on anxiety and life transitions
  • CBT and ACT approaches
  • Parenting and family support
  • Flexible online sessions

About Kathryn Douglas

Kathryn Douglas has worked in mental health since 2004 and brings extensive experience across a range of clinical settings. She supports people facing addiction, chronic mental health conditions, depression, anxiety, postpartum mood concerns, self-esteem struggles, and challenges related to parenting, relationships, family dynamics, and intimacy. Her practice also addresses issues such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive concerns, sleep difficulties, anger, coping with life changes, career stress, compassion fatigue, and other multicultural or developmental considerations.

Working primarily from a behavioral framework, Kathryn largely utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a structured, evidence-informed approach that helps clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She integrates additional behavioral techniques and collaborative strategies to tailor care to each person’s needs. Kathryn holds professional counseling credentials as an LPC and an LPCC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - indicating advanced training and state licensure to provide therapeutic services.

Her academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Education in Counseling from Quincy University, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from Penn State, a Master’s degree in Sociology from Arizona State University, and a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from Arizona State University. She accepts clients in Illinois and offers flexible, collaborative care focused on practical skills, coping strategies, and client-centered goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeFamily problemsMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kathryn Douglas have?

Kathryn Douglas has 19 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Kathryn Douglas a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds LPC and LPCC credentials. License details are MO LPC 2009032566 and CA LPCC 13837.

In which languages does Kathryn Douglas provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Kathryn Douglas located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Kathryn Douglas as my therapist?

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

Does Kathryn Douglas work with international clients?

No. Kathryn Douglas does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathryn Douglas 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 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

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, often called CBT, helps clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaches practical skills to shift those patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, and many everyday challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - focuses on clarifying personal values, learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and taking committed action toward meaningful goals; it can be especially helpful for chronic stress, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist provides empathy and support while clients lead the pace of work; this approach supports self-esteem, identity concerns, and relational or developmental issues.

Kathryn approaches treatment as a collaborative process - she works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying strategies, evaluating progress together, and adjusting the plan as needed so the therapeutic approach evolves with the client.

Offering care online expands practical access to therapy. Video calls and phone sessions allow for face-to-face connection from home or work, while live chat and text-based messaging provide flexible, on-the-go options for between-session support and brief check-ins. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue care through life changes or when in-person visits are not feasible.

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