- trauma informed
- service dog educator
- special needs focus
About Kathleen
Kathleen Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 10 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and anger. She also works with people affected by autism and intellectual disability. Kathleen holds a MA in Counseling and a BA in Child Psychology from Oakland University.
She has experience speaking to youth about service dogs and about life with cerebral palsy. Since 2019 she has been a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and is working toward certification as an Autism Specialist. Kathleen writes plainly in session and treats clients as the experts on their own stories.
In practice she helps people name what fuels their anger and frustration. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical conversation to build skills. Sessions focus on real-life steps - noticing triggers, trying breathing and grounding, and practising different ways to respond.
Kathleen aims to make sessions a place for straightforward problem solving. She notices practical barriers and helps people plan small, doable changes. Her background with special needs informs how she adapts explanations and pacing for each person.
People who choose her often want clear, actionable strategies for daily stress and relationships. She encourages steady progress, not quick fixes. To begin, readers are invited to follow the site’s matching process and schedule an initial session.
Evidence-based techniques and how they work online
Evidence-based approaches help by teaching specific skills. One common approach focuses on recognizing triggers and changing responses. That work involves tracking what happens before and after anger shows up and practicing alternative responses in small steps. Another approach centers on trauma-informed care, which helps people notice how past experiences shape current reactions and build steady coping tools for strong feelings.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Kathleen will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and daily life. Sessions are collaborative - she helps test strategies and adjust plans based on what actually helps.
The biography does not list which session formats she offers, so confirm the exact online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people practice new skills where they live and then discuss what did or did not work at the next appointment.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She supports people dealing with temper outbursts, growing resentment, workplace frustration, and living with someone else’s anger as part of her focus on stress and anger.
How would you describe her approach in sessions?
She uses evidence-based techniques and plain language, focusing on practical steps like identifying triggers, breathing or grounding practices, and testing new responses.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kathleen has 10 years of professional experience and has worked with trauma, mood concerns, and people with special needs.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan and completed a MA in Counseling and a BA in Child Psychology at Oakland University.
Does she work in languages other than English or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the site button to see online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.