- Anxiety and depression
- CBT and mindfulness
- Relationship concerns
About Katherine
Katherine Waldrop is an LCMHC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina with 11 years of post-licensure experience and prior work in mental health since 2005. She works with adults on common early-adulthood stresses and broader mental health concerns. Her listed areas include anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship strain, grief, trauma and substance issues, among others.
She began work in special education in Baltimore and later moved into intensive in-home care and outpatient therapy in North Carolina. That variety of settings shaped how she talks with people and the practical focus she brings to sessions. She has long used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused CBT alongside other methods.
Katherine describes her approach as interactive and direct, with occasional tough love. She aims to be honest and straightforward while avoiding stigmatizing labels. Conversations are used to clarify problems, set goals, and try small changes between sessions.
Her toolbox also includes client-centered ideas, emotionally-focused techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps. These methods are offered to help manage mood, handle relationship problems, improve sleep and eating patterns, and build daily coping skills.
She also lists additional areas such as adoption and foster care, attachment and blended family issues, body image, caregiver stress, and questions around gender and sexuality. People considering work with her are encouraged to review the session options and scheduling steps before booking.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. It helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and figuring out priorities in early adulthood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into patterns of thought and behavior and uses concrete exercises to shift those patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep, and ADHD-related routines.Choosing the best approach is treated as a team effort. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and how you prefer to work, and then recommend methods to try. That plan can change over time based on what helps and what feels practical for your life.
Session logistics are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current online session options before booking. Many people find online work fits into study or work schedules more easily and lets them use shorter check-ins or flexible timing. If you need less screen time, certain formats may be easier for brief updates or focused skill practice. Discussing these preferences early helps shape sessions that fit into everyday routines without assuming a single delivery style.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and relationship issues, plus topics like grief, sleep and eating problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is interactive and direct, mixing compassion with straightforward feedback. She uses conversational work, goal setting, and practical exercises between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has provided counseling since 2005 and has held full licensure as an LCMHC in North Carolina since 2010, giving her 11 years of post-licensure experience.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a North Carolina LCMHC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
She accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session after matching.
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