- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Kathy
Dr. Kathy Cox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 30 years of experience. She works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, anger, and related concerns. She helps people who are worn down by caregiving, compassion fatigue, or substance issues and supports those facing life transitions or relationship struggles.
Her style is straightforward and person-focused. She aims to build a trusting relationship and to understand each person's goals for counseling. Sessions center on practical problem-solving and drawing on the client's existing strengths. She uses clear, evidence-informed methods rather than abstract theories.
Dr. Cox blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools. She also uses dialectical behavior skills, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing to help people manage intense feelings, reduce reactivity, and change unhelpful patterns. These approaches guide concrete steps such as noticing triggers, practicing new responses, and building steady coping skills.
Her background includes long experience as a clinician and as a semi-retired social work professor. She has published two books, one on social work practice and another on self-care for counselors. That combination of clinical work and teaching shapes a practical, skills-focused approach in sessions.
Outside of work she enjoys yoga, swimming, and time with her dogs. She is widowed and has three adult children. If someone wants to address temper, resentment, or stress, she aims to help them find clearer ways to respond and move forward.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Dr. Cox commonly uses client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral therapy in session. Client-centered work focuses on the client's priorities, listening closely and shaping sessions around what the person wants to change. Cognitive behavioral work breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and gives clear steps to practice different responses to triggers.She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy skills and mindfulness exercises to help manage strong emotions and reduce impulsive reactions. DBT skills include techniques for regulating intense feelings and improving moment-to-moment coping. Mindfulness practice helps people notice urges and choose different actions instead of reacting automatically.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and what to try first. That plan can be adjusted as skills build and concerns change.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or busy schedules and allow for shorter check-ins or longer skill-building visits when needed. Online work can also let people practice skills in real-life contexts between meetings.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related issues does she work with?
She supports adults with anger tied to stress, relationship problems, grief, trauma, or caregiving strain. Anger is addressed alongside anxiety, depression, and substance concerns when relevant.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She takes a practical, person-centered approach that focuses on clear goals and steps. Sessions emphasize skills you can practice between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has three decades of clinical experience and a background as a social work professor. She has published two books related to practice and self-care.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California. Her practice and professional background are based in California.
Does she provide sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries book sessions?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the intake process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and planning conversation.