Dr. Kathy Cox, LCSW

Dr. Kathy Cox helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addiction, caregiver strain, and the challenges that come with aging and geriatric issues. She also supports people facing anger, low self-esteem, relationship and family problems, parenting strain, ADHD, and loneliness. Kathy uses straightforward, practical talk to help people name problems and try doable steps forward.

She builds a trusting relationship first and listens to what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on strengths the client already has and how to use those strengths to manage difficult feelings and situations. Kathy mixes talk, practical skills, and mindfulness practices to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.

Her background includes 30 years of clinical work and a career in social work education. She has worked with younger, middle-aged, and older adults around mood, trauma, grief, and compassion fatigue. Kathy has written two books, one on social work practice and another on self-care for counselors.

Her clinical approaches include client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness therapy, and motivational interviewing. These shapes how she helps people set goals, practice new coping skills, and notice habits that get in the way of change.

Outside of work she enjoys yoga, swimming, and time with her dogs. She is widowed and has three adult children and brings that life experience into a warm, down-to-earth style in sessions.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and following the person's priorities, making space for what matters most in daily life. It helps people clarify goals and feel heard before moving to skills or strategies.

Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes by teaching practical steps people can use between sessions.

Dialectical behavior therapy brings in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. It can help when emotions feel overwhelming or relationships are strained.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods and goals fit best based on needs and preferences. That process can include trying different techniques and adjusting as progress is made.

Session format options were not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current online session choices before booking. Many people find that remote work makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allows shorter check-ins when needed, and reduces travel time. Discuss scheduling and practical needs up front to make sessions fit your day.