- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- Motivational interviewing
About Kathryn
Kathryn Upton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 10 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and addiction. Kathryn also supports people facing grief, trauma, workplace problems, and transitions in life.
She uses a collaborative, straightforward style in sessions. Kathryn treats the person in front of her as the expert on their life and avoids giving direct advice. Sessions focus on clear, practical goals that the client sets, and she uses solution-focused techniques to build on strengths and make small changes that add up.
Mindfulness and client-centered work appear in her approach. Kathryn brings these elements into conversations so people can notice patterns, slow reactions, and try different responses. Motivational interviewing techniques are used when someone is weighing change or struggling with addiction-related decisions.
Her trauma-informed practices are applied when past experiences affect present reactions. Kathryn helps clients name what is happening, reduce overwhelming feelings, and practice skills to respond differently over time. She also addresses issues tied to adoption, blended family dynamics, and multicultural concerns when relevant.
Sessions are aimed at practical steps: clearer boundaries, better communication, and manageable coping tools. She supports people dealing with young adult transitions, first responder stress, and intimacy or sexuality questions. Kathryn welcomes conversations in English and accepts international clients, while asking new clients to confirm current session options before booking.
How Kathryn’s approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. Online sessions using this approach let clients talk through frustrating situations and feel heard while setting practical goals. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness and breathing skills to notice anger building and pause before reacting; it can help with stress, anxiety, and impulse control.Motivational Interviewing supports people who are weighing change, such as reducing substance use or shifting relationship patterns. The therapist asks open questions and helps people explore their own reasons for change rather than giving directives. Together the client and therapist will pick which methods fit the person’s goals and try them out over time.
Many people find online sessions easier to fit into busy days and work schedules, which makes regular practice more likely. If you plan to use online therapy, confirm which session formats are currently offered before you book. Kathryn uses her clinical approaches to keep sessions focused on concrete steps you can try between meetings, helping therapy fit into everyday life rather than interrupt it.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related concerns are addressed?
She works with anger linked to relationships, workplace frustration, resentment, and reactions to past trauma. Other related concerns include stress, addiction, and grief.
How would Kathryn describe her therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and direct; she avoids giving advice and helps clients set their own goals. Sessions emphasize practical steps and building on current strengths.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults on a range of issues including depression, trauma, and family conflict.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients; confirm session logistics before booking.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.