- School-based experience
- Focus on codependency
- Short-term skill building
About Kathryn
Kathryn Feightner is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) practicing in Kansas with 14 years of professional experience. She spent much of her career working in school settings and brings that background into her work with adults who are seeking clearer coping strategies. Kathryn emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in the first conversations.
She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, and issues related to identity, including LGBT concerns. Additional focuses include codependency, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family issues, intellectual disability, and self-harm. Kathryn listens first, then tailors a plan to fit the person in front of her.
Sessions begin with practical goals and a straightforward plan. Kathryn uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts language to be clear and concrete. She aims to build confidence and better daily routines rather than relying on jargon.
Her background in schools means she is used to coordinating with others and working with people who carry heavy responsibilities. She brings that pragmatic experience into creating strategies that fit real life, like building steady habits and small steps toward healthier boundaries.
Kathryn recognizes that starting therapy takes courage. She invites clients to take the first step and promises to tailor dialogue and treatment plans to individual needs. The process is collaborative and paced to what feels manageable for each person.
Approaches that guide online care and goal setting
Kathryn uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques presented in clear, everyday terms. One approach focuses on skill building for anxiety and stress - teaching practical breathing, pacing, and routine tools to reduce overwhelming moments and improve daily functioning. Another approach centers on boosting self-esteem and confidence through small, achievable steps and behavioral rehearsals that change how a person faces challenging situations.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Kathryn collaborates with each person to identify goals, tries methods that fit the client's needs, and adjusts plans based on what helps most. This makes therapy a team process rather than a fixed prescription.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins that match a person's schedule. It also lets people use quieter surroundings, reduce time away from work or family, and try focused skill practice between meetings. Kathryn will help choose an approach and a session rhythm that fits the client's life and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kathryn commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related concerns, along with codependency and other family problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and straightforward, starting with listening and then setting clear, manageable goals and steps to build skills and confidence.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 14 years of professional work experience, much of it in school settings, which influences her practical, real-world focus.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the LSCSW credential and is licensed in Kansas.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Kathryn?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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