- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Solution-focused work
About Kathleen
Kathleen Shapiro is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 12 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and major life changes. Kathleen uses straightforward, person-centered care to help people talk through immediate problems and set practical goals.
She blends Client-Centered Therapy with cognitive and behavioral strategies. That means sessions often focus on what the person wants to change and on learning concrete skills. Kathleen also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to support coping and decision-making.
Her style is collaborative and direct. She works with clients to identify clear goals and then breaks those goals into manageable steps. Sessions may include skill practice, problem-solving, and reviewing progress between meetings.
Kathleen pays attention to cultural and life-context influences during sessions. She aims to adjust techniques to fit each person’s situation while keeping the work practical. The approach favors short-term strategies alongside deeper work when needed.
Outside of clinical work she spends time outdoors, walks on local trails, and plays weekend softball. She emphasizes balance and practical self-care as part of managing stress and strong emotions. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Her Approaches Translate to Online Sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what each person says matters most. Online sessions using this approach prioritize the person’s goals and preferences and aim to make each meeting feel practical and relevant.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and trying out new patterns. In remote sessions this often means setting small experiments or practice tasks to do between meetings and reviewing results together.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving interactions. Online work with DBT techniques can include guided skills practice and short check-ins to reinforce new habits.
Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through options and help determine which methods fit the person’s goals, needs, and preferences rather than prescribing one single path.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how meetings are scheduled. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a workday, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and offer flexibility for people with busy routines. Check the practice details to learn how to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule the first appointment.
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Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, and life transitions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and collaborative, focusing on clear goals and practical skills that people can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience as a counselor working with a wide range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific rates depend on the selected plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.