- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma informed care
- Money concerns
About Kathryn
Kathryn DeFiore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and depression. She affirms that clients know their own stories and works alongside them to find practical ways forward. Seeking help can feel hard, and she aims to make the first steps feel manageable and respectful.
With five years of clinical experience, Kathryn uses straightforward methods to address day-to-day struggles. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at patterns of thinking and behavior. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change and Trauma-Focused Therapy when past harm affects current life.
Sessions focus on building skills and on small, achievable goals. She emphasizes practical strategies for coping with strong emotions, relationship strain, caregiver stress, and issues connected to money and financial worries. Conversations often include steps to reduce isolation and to rebuild routines that feel steady.
Kathryn practices in Connecticut and holds LCSW credentials in both Connecticut and Virginia. She values collaboration and respects each person’s pace when planning therapy work. Her approach centers on listening, clear goals, and gradual progress.
She works in English and does not take international clients. Before scheduling, confirm current session options and how they fit your needs. To begin, you typically complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to availability.
How Kathryn’s approaches work for online care
Kathryn uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice how thoughts and behaviors influence feelings and to try small experiments that change unhelpful patterns. This approach often helps with anxiety, low mood, and stress by teaching concrete skills for day-to-day life.She also uses Motivational Interviewing, a conversational method that helps people clarify their reasons for change and build motivation at their own pace. This can be useful for decisions around lifestyle, money and financial issues, or other goals that feel stalled.
Choosing a therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Kathryn will listen to what matters most and suggest methods that fit a person’s goals and preferences. Together they decide which tools to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let people use video or audio depending on comfort, or pick times that better match work and caregiving schedules.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kathryn commonly address?
She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and depression, plus related issues such as caregiver stress, communication difficulties, and money and financial issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on clear goals, coping skills, and steps people can use between visits to manage emotions and everyday challenges.
What background and experience does she bring?
She has five years of professional experience working with people facing trauma, mood concerns, and life stressors, and emphasizes listening to each person’s story.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW, and is licensed in Connecticut and Virginia with practice based in Connecticut.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.