- Goal-focused
- Trauma-informed
- Skills-based
About Caitlin
Caitlin Riggins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addiction concerns, grief, parenting challenges, and trauma. She also supports those dealing with codependency, attachment difficulties, self-harm, and postpartum concerns. Her style puts the person's goals first and centers on practical steps clients can use in daily life.
Caitlin approaches sessions as a collaboration. She treats clients as the experts on their own lives and offers guidance and techniques rather than one-size-fits-all answers. Expect clear, goal-focused conversations that aim to identify small, achievable changes.
Her methods draw from cognitive behavioral ideas and a solution-focused lens, and she incorporates trauma-focused work when it’s needed. That means she helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, test new behaviors, and build skills for coping after difficult experiences. Sessions often mix teaching, problem-solving, and emotional processing.
Caitlin has six years of clinical experience and holds both LCSW and CSW designations. She has worked with a wide range of concerns including self-esteem, bipolar symptoms, addiction, and complex grief. Her background includes supporting people through life transitions and family-related difficulties.
People who choose Caitlin can expect a practical, empathetic approach. She helps clients set clear goals and tracks progress over time. If someone wants a therapist who blends hands-on skills with trauma-informed attention, Caitlin offers that combination.
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and replace them with clearer thinking and new behaviors. It’s practical and often focused on skills like stress management, managing anxiety, and coping with mood changes.Solution-Focused Therapy centers on goals and on what’s already working. Sessions often highlight strengths, set small, concrete steps, and track progress week to week. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the impact of past trauma through paced processing and skill building to reduce triggers and improve daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about symptoms, life goals, and preferences, then use that information to choose or combine methods. That collaborative planning can change over time as needs evolve.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as using appointment times that avoid long commutes or allowing for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Because specific session formats are not listed in the biography, confirm the current online options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for consistent progress while juggling work, childcare, or recovery tasks.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Florida, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
Caitlin works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, addictions, grief, self-esteem issues, bipolar symptoms, and codependency among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, goal-focused approach that treats the client as the expert. Sessions emphasize practical steps and problem-solving alongside emotional processing.
What is her professional background?
Caitlin has six years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns, including self-harm, trauma processing, and family-related issues.
What credentials and location are listed for the therapist?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Florida with credentials noted as CO LCSW and FL LCSW.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are offered through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.
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