- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness tools
- Motivational interviewing
About Catherine
Catherine Eccles is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts with 14 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, anger, trauma and abuse, bipolar struggles, and coping with life changes. Catherine’s approach is practical and straightforward, aimed at helping people notice what’s getting in the way and learn tools that fit day-to-day life.
Catherine draws on client-centered work to put the person’s experience first, and on cognitive behavioral therapy to map how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going. She also uses mindfulness exercises to help with overwhelming emotions and motivational interviewing to support-based change when motivation feels stuck. Sessions often include clear, doable steps to practice between meetings.
Her background includes work in residential programs, group homes, and community outreach for people with serious mental health needs. That experience shaped a practical style that blends talking things through with skill-building. She aims to help people recognize patterns, reduce reactive responses, and gain options when stress or anger starts to take over.
In sessions she balances problem-solving with space to process feelings. People can expect concrete techniques alongside time to reflect. Catherine also helps clients identify resources and next steps outside of therapy.
To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Catherine commonly uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s concerns so sessions reflect what matters most. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and gives concrete exercises to change unhelpful patterns.She also uses mindfulness techniques to help with strong emotions and motivational interviewing to help people find their reasons for change. Mindfulness practices are short exercises you can use when anger or stress spikes. Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about making changes.
Working out which approach fits best is part of her collaboration with clients. She will talk through goals and preferences and adapt techniques as needed instead of assuming one path up front. That means sessions can move between talking, skills practice, and small experiments to see what helps.
Confirm the current session options before booking since exact formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use the online format to help people practice skills in the middle of everyday life and keep progress moving forward.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she address related to anger?
Catherine works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, self-esteem, addiction, trauma, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a practical mix of client-centered conversations and skill-based approaches. Sessions can include CBT exercises, mindfulness practice, and brief goal-focused work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of clinical experience working in residential programs, group homes, and community outreach settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.