Katherine MacLeod

Solution-focused and skills-based therapy

LCSW Missouri

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Katherine

Katherine MacLeod is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who blends practical, evidence-informed techniques with a person-centered outlook to help adults managing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. With eight years of clinical experience and graduate training in social work from the University of Missouri-St.

Background and approach

Louis, she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor care to each client's needs. Her practice emphasizes skill-building and realistic problem solving to address concerns ranging from relationship and intimacy issues to parenting challenges, career stress, and mood symptoms.

She also works with a wide array of related concerns such as attachment difficulties, body image, polyamory and non-monogamous relationship dynamics, gender dysphoria, and aging and geriatric issues. Katherine integrates therapeutic strategies to help clients set achievable goals, manage intense emotions, and improve day-to-day functioning.

Based in Missouri, she offers flexible remote session options to fit different schedules and communication preferences. Prospective clients who seek a collaborative, structured approach to mental health support can follow the practice's intake steps to get matched and schedule an initial appointment.

Integrating evidence-based approaches with remote care

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helpful for identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing concrete strategies to reduce anxiety, depressive symptoms, and stress. DBT offers practical emotion regulation and interpersonal skills that can be useful when coping with intense feelings, relationship strain, or persistent mood difficulties. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on what is working now and helps clients define small, achievable steps toward their goals, which can accelerate progress when time or resources are limited.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and will adjust techniques over time to better align with progress and feedback.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to access consistent care without rearranging major commitments. These options make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions, practice skills in real life, and stay connected to a licensed professional from different locations within Missouri.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Katherine works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, career stress, and coping with life changes, among other related concerns.

What is the therapeutic approach and style used?

The practice emphasizes practical, skills-based work using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients set goals, reframe thoughts, and manage emotions.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

The clinician has eight years of experience working with adults in clinical settings and completed a Master of Social Work from the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

The clinician holds an LCSW credential with license MO LCSW 2017001148 and practices from Missouri.

In what language can I communicate with this therapist and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available for meetings?

Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and scheduling preferences.

How is cost handled for therapy sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with this clinician?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an appointment according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaInfidelityLife purposeMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Missouri

Languages

English