Katie Estrella, LCSW
LCSW supporting healing from trauma and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Grief and loss
About Katie Estrella
Katie Estrella is a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) based in North Carolina with five and a half years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and grief. She focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly, and she values the therapeutic connection as a core part of healing.
Katie works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and develop practical strategies for coping and growth, drawing on approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and supportive talk therapy. Her practice emphasizes empathy, validation, and skill-building so clients can navigate difficult emotions and improve day-to-day functioning.
With an emphasis on building trust and safety in the therapeutic relationship, Katie encourages people to take the brave first step toward a more fulfilling, balanced life. She offers steady support through that process, helping clients explore patterns, strengthen communication, and develop tools to manage symptoms and challenges over time.
Katie works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and develop practical strategies for coping and growth, drawing on approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and supportive talk therapy. Her practice emphasizes empathy, validation, and skill-building so clients can navigate difficult emotions and improve day-to-day functioning.
With an emphasis on building trust and safety in the therapeutic relationship, Katie encourages people to take the brave first step toward a more fulfilling, balanced life. She offers steady support through that process, helping clients explore patterns, strengthen communication, and develop tools to manage symptoms and challenges over time.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Katie Estrella have?
Katie Estrella has 5 years of clinical experience.
Is Katie Estrella a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are NC LCSW C016525.
In which languages does Katie Estrella provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Katie Estrella located?
She is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Katie Estrella as my therapist?
You can work with Katie Estrella through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Katie Estrella work with international clients?
Katie Estrella does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Katie Estrella 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.
Attachment-Informed, Client-Centered, and CBT Online Care
Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. It helps people explore attachment needs, address abandonment or bonding concerns, and improve how they relate to partners and family members.Client-Centered Therapy centers the person receiving care, offering empathic listening and acceptance while supporting clients to find their own solutions. This approach is useful for building self-awareness, strengthening decision-making, and addressing life transitions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It provides practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress, and for developing coping skills that can be applied in everyday situations.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Katie will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and to adjust methods as therapy progresses so the approach fits the individual.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and make regular care more accessible. These formats allow therapists and licensed professionals to meet clients where they are, supporting continuity of care even when in-person visits are difficult.