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Kathleen Pear, LCSW
California
LCSW - Anxiety and Depression
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Client-centered care
- Trauma and grief
About Kathleen
Kathleen Pear is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 14 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and life changes. She also focuses on issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, isolation, and mood concerns.
Kathleen uses straightforward, person-focused methods to help people notice unhelpful thought patterns and day-to-day habits. Sessions tend to include talking through current problems, identifying practical changes, and trying new ways of responding to stressful situations. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered and psychodynamic ideas to guide the work.
In sessions she listens for recurring thoughts and behavior patterns that keep problems going. She helps people test different coping strategies and plans small experiments to see what works in daily life. Some meetings focus on problem solving and skills practice, while others look at how past experiences affect present feelings.
Her clinical background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Social Work from the University of Maryland, with a concentration in mental health. Kathleen's practice reflects her years in health and mental health care settings, where she supported adults dealing with aging, loss, and long-term health concerns.
People who prefer clear, structured conversation about feelings and behavior may find her approach helpful. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and formats to match their needs.
How cognitive and relational approaches work online
Kathleen integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered ideas into online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms. Client-centered methods prioritize listening and helping clients name what matters most to them, which can support clearer goals and motivation.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. She will work with the client to decide whether CBT techniques, client-centered conversation, or some psychodynamic reflection best fit the client’s goals and concerns. That decision is collaborative and may change as therapy progresses.
The practical advantage of online therapy is fitting sessions into everyday life. Please confirm current session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed in the profile. Online sessions can make it easier to keep appointments around work or caregiving, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let clients choose whether to use video or another supported format. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and behavioral experiments to work in a remote setting so therapy tools can be practiced between sessions.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is straightforward and supportive, focusing on practical conversation, noticing patterns, and trying new coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working in health and mental health care settings.
What credentials and region apply to this clinician?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients be seen?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what about cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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