- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused work
About Kathleen
Kathleen Hartman-McCarthy is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Indiana and Michigan with 25 years of counseling experience. She works with people who are managing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, trauma, parenting strain, anger, and related concerns. Kathleen also addresses issues such as postpartum mood challenges, co-occurring conditions, and problems tied to infidelity or service in the armed forces.
Her style is straightforward and practical. She listens first, then helps people build tangible coping skills. Sessions often focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and practicing different responses to hard situations. Kathleen describes using acceptance-based ideas alongside goal-focused and cognitive tools.
She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and solution-focused techniques. That mix aims to help people notice what matters, test new behaviors, and reduce patterns that increase frustration or substance use. Conversations cover emotions, relationships, daily routines, and the patterns that keep problems stuck.
In sessions she offers motivational strategies to support readiness for change and tools to manage cravings or impulsive responses. Kathleen pays attention to mental, physical, spiritual, and interpersonal aspects that influence wellbeing. Her approach is practical and skills-oriented, with an eye to improving day-to-day functioning.
People who want clear tools for anger, mood, or addiction-related struggles will find a methodical, experienced clinician. She works in English and practices from Indiana, where her licenses are held.
Online sessions and therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them, then identify what matters and take values-based action. It can be useful for anger that comes from avoidance or built-up resentment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood problems, and responses that escalate into anger.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying different techniques over several sessions and adjusting the plan as progress and challenges become clearer.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know how Kathleen runs online work. When offered, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten a check-in when time is limited, or avoid travel on heavy days. Talk with the therapist about practical arrangements and how sessions can be scheduled to suit everyday life.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Indiana, Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger and related problems does she address?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship trouble, depression, trauma, parenting strain, and self-esteem concerns.
How does she approach therapy for anger?
She uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered listening, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and solution-focused techniques to build practical skills and new responses.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of counseling experience working with people facing mental health and addiction challenges.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds LMSW and LCSW credentials and is licensed in Indiana and Michigan. Her practice is based in Indiana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How do fees and billing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.