Profile / United States
Kathryn Bell-Moss, LISW
Ohio
LISW - Addictions and Relationship support
See online therapy options- Addictions help
- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and parenting
About Kathryn
Kathryn Bell-Moss is an Ohio-licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 24 years of practice. She focuses on helping people who are coping with addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and major life changes. Kathryn speaks English and works from a practical perspective that emphasizes clear steps and everyday skills.
Her approach centers on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and try different ways of responding. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down patterns that keep problems going. She also draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on the person's perspective and on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills when intense emotions or strong urges arise.
Sessions are intended to be straightforward and goal-focused. Kathryn aims to identify a few concrete targets early on and then practice skills between meetings. She uses motivational interviewing techniques to help people clarify what matters to them and build small, achievable changes.
Kathryn describes therapy as collaborative. She works with each person to set priorities and to test what helps in real life. Conversations are practical, with an emphasis on skills people can use right away and review in later sessions.
People considering therapy are encouraged to check the session options and scheduling process before booking. The first step is a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling an initial meeting to see if the working approach fits.
How Kathryn Uses Practical Methods in Remote Sessions
CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It breaks problems into small, workable steps and is often used for coping with cravings, mood shifts, or relationship patterns. Client-centered work keeps the person's experience central. The therapist listens for what matters most and helps organize sessions around those priorities, which can make it easier to set realistic goals. Dialectical Behavior Therapy adds skills for managing strong emotions and reducing impulsive actions. It provides concrete techniques for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and improving communication under stress. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Kathryn will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches match their goals and preferences, and she adjusts as progress is reviewed. Confirm which session formats are offered before booking, since formats are not specified here. Many people find remote sessions help fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Others prefer longer blocks for skill practice. Discussing how sessions will be scheduled and structured is part of the initial planning to make therapy practical for everyday life.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with people facing addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting stresses, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and skills-focused, emphasizing noticing thoughts and trying different responses in everyday situations.
What is her professional background?
She holds an LISW and has 24 years of professional work experience in behavioral health settings.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed as an independent social worker in Ohio.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What are the session formats and cost structure?
Session formats are not listed here; confirm current options before booking. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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