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Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 66 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Women's Issues and 2 more.

Kathleen McCarrick

(she/her)

LCSW, 23 years of experience
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
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Hello, I am Kathleen. Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out or pulled in a million different directions? Are you struggling with your relationships, work or health? Is it difficult for you to find time for yourself, let alone, be kind to yourself? Do you feel "stuck" and unable to move forward? Many of us are experiencing loneliness, depression, anxiety and social isolation, so it is important to make caring for yourself a priority. Therapy can help you feel more connected, balanced and peaceful. Together, we can help identify what is not working and regain a sense of balance. We'll use a holistic approach, addressing the needs of your body, mind and spirit. We will develop a "toolbox" of coping skills and create new insights and awarenesses to help you become a happier and healthier version of yourself. Seeking therapy can feel threatening but it's one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself and by doing so also give to others. In our sessions, I will meet you with kindness, compassion, humor and evidence-based modalities, so you can overcome obstacles and habits that may be holding you back. My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe, supportive and empathic environment in which to work through current issues, conflicting relationships and/or past pain. I look forward to meeting you and working together.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, we will start with introductions and then discuss the challenges that have motivated you to seek assistance.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

I offer a safe, supportive, collaborative, strength-based, client-centered, approach and utilize an eclectic assortment of modalities such as CBT, (cognitive behavioral therapy), EFT, (emotional freedom technique), mindfulness and trauma-informed care.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to the client's specific needs and learning styles. I am a good listener, easy to talk to and often use humor in sessions. I delight in helping clients discover their own unique "ah ha" moments, developing insights and awarenesses that empower them to move forward.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

18+ anxiety depression loss and grief anger management family issues relationship issues parenting challenges substance abuse life transitions military personnel developing positive life coping skills

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Depression

Women's Issues

Other specialties

Coping Skills

Trauma and PTSD

I identify as

White

Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Elders (65 and above)

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

California

Pennsylvania

Accepts

Aetna

Aetna - ASR Health Benefits

Aetna - Allied Benefits

Aetna - Luminare

Aetna - Medicare

Aetna - Moda

Aetna - WebTPA

Aetna – HealthEZ

All Savers

Amerihealth Administrators

Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Blue Cross

Independence Administrators

Independence Blue Cross

Arlo

AvMed

Blue Shield

Blue Shield of California - Medicare

Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO

Independence Keystone 65 HMO

Capital Blue Cross

Capital Blue Cross - Medicare

Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)

L.A. Care PASC-SEIU

L.A. Care Covered

L.A. Care Covered Direct

Sutter Health Plan

IHSS Healthy Workers

Cash - $100 per session

Centivo

Cigna

Cigna - HealthEZ

EAP:Cigna

EAP:Evernorth

EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Evernorth

GTEB

Geisinger - Commercial

Geisinger - Medicare

Geisinger – Dual (Geisinger Gold HMO D-SNP)

Golden Rule

Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

Highmark

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Highmark - Medicare

Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare

Humana - Medicare

Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Optum

OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions

Oscar

Oxford

Scripps Health Plan

Sharp Health Plan

Surest (formerly Bind)

Tufts Health/Cigna

UPMC Health Plan

United Medical Resources

UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare

UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)

Location

Virtual

, 124 ratings

16 ratings with written reviews

April 21, 2026

Kathleen was great! She actively listened and had helpful feedback. She was the perfect combination of professional and friendly- very authentic. She suggested two helpful strategies to help with anxiety and I’m looking forward to putting the theory into practice. It was really a productive first session.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Kathleen

April 3, 2026

Kathleen is the absolute best! She is compassionate and was even able to squeeze me in an emergency appointment when I was having a meltdown. She is definitely my person!

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 2 with Kathleen

December 19, 2025

I cannot recommend Kathleen highly enough. After previous experiences with other therapists, working with her has been transformative. She uniquely combines empathetic, active listening with practical strategies, ensuring you feel both heard and equipped to move forward. Progress that felt elusive before became tangible in a surprisingly short time. She is a gifted professional, and I'm so grateful to have found her.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 5 with Kathleen