- Collaborative approach
- Practical coping skills
- Support for codependency
About Cathrine
Cathrine Kearns is a Florida-based licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. Cathrine aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can speak openly and work toward practical change.
She draws on two master’s degrees, one in Counseling and Psychology and one in Social Work, to shape her approach. Sessions are collaborative - the therapist and client set goals together and choose ways to reach them. Cathrine emphasizes listening, respect, and straightforward guidance rather than jargon.
Cathrine uses methods that focus on current problems and coping skills. She often blends techniques that help people notice unhelpful thoughts, practice mindful awareness, and work toward small, achievable steps. This mix is useful for mood concerns, trauma responses, relationship strain, and codependency patterns.
Her background includes work with LGBTQ concerns, PTSD, parenting strain, caregiving stress, chronic illness, and life transitions. She pays attention to each person’s history and practical needs when planning sessions. The aim is to build tools that fit everyday life and current responsibilities.
Cathrine describes her style as open-minded and team-oriented. She invites questions and prefers a calm setting where people can try things that may feel new. For those unsure about therapy, she offers clear explanations and a steady, goal-focused process.
Approaches that guide online work
Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy useful for identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing alternative ways of thinking. CBT focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and can help with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and improve focus. It can be helpful for managing strong emotions, improving sleep, and staying present during hard moments.
Motivational Interviewing supports change by helping people clarify their own goals and the reasons they want to change. It is often used when someone feels stuck or unsure about next steps in work, relationships, or health habits.
Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and daily demands to decide which methods to try first. Plans are adjusted over time based on what works for the person.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists can guide practical skills and homework that fit into everyday life, helping people try small changes between meetings.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cathrine help with?
Cathrine works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, codependency, and LGBT-related issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She and the client set goals together and use straightforward techniques to build coping skills and improve daily functioning.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience in the field working with varied concerns like PTSD, caregiving stress, parenting challenges, and mood disorders.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida and holds master's degrees in Counseling and Psychology and in Social Work.
In what languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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