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Katherine Simmons, LPCC
Ohio
Ohio LPCC - Depression and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-centered approach
- Motivational interviewing
About Katherine
Katherine Simmons is an Ohio LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 20 years of experience. She works with people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, and parenting challenges. Katherine focuses on practical changes in thinking and behavior that affect daily life.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary framework to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of responding. She also draws on client-centered listening and motivational interviewing to clarify goals and build the drive to change. Mindfulness techniques are used to help manage intense emotions and improve sleep patterns.
Sessions are direct and oriented toward skills people can try between meetings. Katherine helps people notice patterns, set small goals, and track what works. She pays attention to how stress, relationships, and health interact with mood and behavior.
Her additional focus areas include grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD-related concerns, bipolar mood difficulties, and issues that arise later in life such as aging and caregiver stress. She also addresses family dynamics, blended family issues, and communication problems without running family or couples sessions unless that is explicitly arranged.
Katherine describes herself as a person-centered counselor who respects the individuality of each person. She aims to help people find motivation, change behavior, and manage feelings in ways that fit their daily life. The first meeting typically clarifies goals and which techniques will be most useful.
How CBT and related approaches are used in online sessions
Katherine commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and change patterns of behavior that keep problems going. CBT sessions often include short exercises, thought records, and practice tasks to do between meetings to test new ways of responding.She also uses a client-centered approach that focuses on listening and reflecting to clarify a client's goals. Motivational Interviewing is used to build the motivation needed to make changes, especially around substance use or habit shifts. Each approach is presented in plain terms so people understand what to expect and can choose what fits their goals.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Katherine collaborates with clients to decide which techniques to use based on their needs and preferences. That collaborative process can include adjusting homework, changing the pace of sessions, or shifting focus as goals evolve.
The therapist's biography does not specify session formats here, so confirm current online session options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into work or family schedules, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Discussing practical scheduling needs during the first meeting helps align sessions with everyday life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, parenting difficulties, and related issues such as grief and anger.
How does she use CBT in sessions?
She uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions focus on practical skills to practice between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience as an Ohio LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds an Ohio LPCC credential and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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