- Grief and loss
- Parenting issues
- Stress and anxiety
About Katherine
Katherine Gwozdz is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts with 32 years of experience. She sees adults dealing with family conflict, grief and loss, parenting challenges, anger, stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.
She helps people talk through difficult family dynamics and parenting concerns. She also supports people who are managing anger that affects home or work life. Katherine offers practical ways to notice patterns and try different responses to recurring problems.
Her background includes long experience in social work settings and direct clinical practice. Over three decades she has worked with issues tied to adoption and foster care, blended family problems, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and isolation or loneliness. That experience shapes how she notices recurring themes and practical obstacles in daily life.
Katherine aims to make sessions straightforward and candid. She listens for what is getting in the way of change and helps people practice responses that fit their life. Many clients use sessions to rehearse conversations, set boundaries, or reduce the build-up of resentment.
Practical matters are part of the work. She can help people who are facing a midlife shift, young adult transitions, or the aftermath of trauma. She also supports those dealing with self-harm urges by focusing on safety planning and coping strategies.
Sessions cover problem-solving, emotion regulation, and building clearer communication. People who want to start are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online options button.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Evidence-based techniques she draws on include emotion regulation work, which helps people recognize physical and mental signs of rising anger and practice calmer responses. This approach is helpful for reducing frequent outbursts and managing frustration at home or work.Another common strand focuses on problem-solving and communication skills. That work breaks down recurring conflicts into manageable steps, rehearses what to say, and helps set clearer boundaries in relationships or parenting situations.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will help identify which techniques match a person's goals and preferences, and adjust methods as progress is made. Clients and the therapist decide together what to try and how to measure small changes.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and keeping therapy part of everyday life. Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online meetings can make it easier to join from work breaks, reduce travel time, or have a shorter check-in when needed, all while working with a licensed professional.
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Experience
32+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps with family conflict, grief, parenting, anger, stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and direct, focusing on noticing patterns and trying different responses that fit a person's daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 32 years of professional experience working in social work and clinical settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an MA and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.