Dr. Kathleen Morse

Compassionate, practical support for life transitions

LCSW-R New York

Experience: 15 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
Languages: English

About Kathleen

Dr. Kathleen Morse brings 15 years of clinical social work experience to clients seeking help with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

She works with a wide range of related issues including caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, hospice and end-of-life matters, postpartum depression, and communication or family problems. Located in New York, she draws on an extensive background across hospitals, clinics, cancer centers, and hospice settings to inform her practice.

Her style is warm, compassionate, and direct, emphasizing collaboration and respect for each person’s story. Dr.

Morse uses evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, and narrative techniques to help clients identify unhelpful patterns, build practical coping skills, and reframe personal narratives. As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-R), she tailors interventions to each client’s strengths and goals while focusing on resilience and meaningful change.

Prospective clients can expect an empathic partner who supports practical problem solving alongside emotional processing.

Integrating CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative Work Online

Dr. Morse often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on practical strategies and skill building to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.

Mindfulness Therapy is another frequent approach, teaching attention and acceptance skills that can reduce reactivity and support coping with chronic pain, caregiver stress, grief, and mood concerns. Narrative Therapy complements these methods by exploring the stories people tell about themselves and helping to re-author those stories in ways that align with personal values and goals.

Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then adjusts methods over time so the work feels relevant and effective. Clients are invited to share feedback so the plan evolves with their progress.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access care from home or while managing busy schedules. These formats support ongoing skill practice, check-ins between sessions, and continued contact when life circumstances make in-person visits difficult, helping therapy stay consistent and adaptable to daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Dr. Morse address?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, grief, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, self-esteem concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, cancer and caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and women’s issues.

What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?

The practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Narrative Therapy among other techniques. These approaches are used to develop coping skills, increase awareness, and help reframe unhelpful thoughts and stories.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

Dr. Morse has 15 years of experience working in settings such as clinics, hospitals, cancer centers, and hospice. That background informs work with both medical and emotional challenges.

What credentials and location are listed for this provider?

She is an LCSW-R licensed in New York with the registration NY LCSW-R 053993 and practices from New York.

Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Clients can work with the therapist through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their needs and schedule.

How is cost handled for therapy with this clinician?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGrief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMood disordersPostpartum depressionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English