Kathleen McCarthy

(she/her)

LCSW, 15 years of experience
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Navigating through life has many challenges and it is easy to get lost along the way. It's common to fall into a cycle of overthinking, fearing failure and drowning in memories that keep us stuck in the past. But you are not alone! I specialize in treating attachment wounds, trauma, anxiety, depression and interpersonal conflicts. My therapeutic style combines evidence based practices (such as CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR) with holistic mind-body techniques to achieve life long wellness. Outside my private practice I am a school based mental health therapist and dog mom to two therapy dogs, Murphy and Bentley . I love the outdoors and am passionate about bringing nutrition and holistic wellness to my life and practice. Together we will discover any personal barriers or old patterns of thinking that keep you stuck and uncover and strengthen your true potential to empower your life.

Get to know me

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

I create a safe, authentic and supportive environment and provide the necessary tools to achieve lasting transformation. I use a client-centered approach, meaning therapy is guided by your goals, your pace, and what feels most meaningful to you. I would be honored to travel with you on your journey to wellness!

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength's are my ability to cultivate a safe, nonjudgmental space to actively listen to your concerns and work together in finding sustainable solutions.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am a trauma-informed therapist with over 25 years' experience in the fields of social work, counseling and mental health. I provide a warm, safe and confidential space, either in person or virtual, where your voice will we heard and supported. I am a trauma therapist specializing in EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also bring my passion for nutrition and holistic wellness to my practice. Whether you are seeking to resolve past trauma or navigate the challenges of life with greater ease, I would be honored to journey alongside you to heal the parts of yourself that keep you from fully living a vibrant life. It's time to let your light shine and reclaim your inherent wholeness!

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Anger Management

Anxiety

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Virtual

My treatment methods

Attachment-based

I use attachment based treatment that focuses on how an individual's early relationships with primary caregivers shape their adult emotional health, behaviors, and relationship patterns.

EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a specialized, evidence-based psychotherapy designed to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories and reduce their emotional distress. It is highly effective for PTSD, anxiety, and depression.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented psychotherapy used to treat mental health disorders by modifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is widely considered a highly effective, evidence-based treatment for conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma.

Mind-body approach

Emotional distress isn't just cognitive; it often manifests as physical tension, chronic pain, or nervous system dysregulation. Therefore, I utilize a mind-body approach that does not rely solely on traditional talk therapy, but techniques that help release trauma stored in the body, regulate the nervous system, and help manage conditions like anxiety and chronic stress.

Positive Psychology

I use a positive psychology approach in mental health that focuses on cultivating strengths, resilience, and overall well-being rather than just treating illness. It aims to help individuals thrive by fostering positive emotions, healthy relationships, and a sense of meaning in life, serving as a powerful, preventive complement to traditional therapies.

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