Catherine Pettus, LCSW
Compassionate Arkansas LCSW for anxiety and grief
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Attachment and relationships
About Catherine Pettus
Catherine Pettus is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Arkansas with 15 years of clinical experience supporting people across the lifespan, from children to adults aged 65 and older. She has worked with depression, anxiety, anger management, grief and loss, caregiver burnout, and relationship difficulties, and has provided care for individuals who have experienced emotional, sexual, or physical abuse. Her practice centers on helping people manage stress, build self-esteem, and cope with major life transitions while also addressing issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, communication problems, and caregiver stress.
Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and patient, with an emphasis on meeting clients where they are and tailoring treatment to each person’s unique needs. She prioritizes respect, dignity, and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels while advocating for clients’ needs. Catherine blends cognitive-behavioral strategies with solution-focused and rational-emotive approaches to create practical, individualized plans that emphasize skill-building and insight.
She approaches sessions as the client’s story, acknowledging the courage it takes to address life’s challenges and aiming to empower clients to find and strengthen their inner resources. For those ready to take a step toward change, she offers steady support, clear communication, and collaborative guidance throughout the therapeutic process.
Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and patient, with an emphasis on meeting clients where they are and tailoring treatment to each person’s unique needs. She prioritizes respect, dignity, and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels while advocating for clients’ needs. Catherine blends cognitive-behavioral strategies with solution-focused and rational-emotive approaches to create practical, individualized plans that emphasize skill-building and insight.
She approaches sessions as the client’s story, acknowledging the courage it takes to address life’s challenges and aiming to empower clients to find and strengthen their inner resources. For those ready to take a step toward change, she offers steady support, clear communication, and collaborative guidance throughout the therapeutic process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Catherine Pettus have?
Catherine Pettus has 15 years of experience providing clinical social work services to diverse populations.
Is Catherine Pettus a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: AR LCSW 3194-C.
In which languages does Catherine Pettus provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Catherine Pettus located?
Catherine Pettus is located in Arkansas.
How can I work with Catherine Pettus as my therapist?
You can work with Catherine Pettus through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Catherine Pettus work with international clients?
Catherine Pettus does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Catherine Pettus cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of connection and security in relationships; it helps people understand how early bonds influence current trust, closeness, and emotional responses, which can be useful for attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship struggles. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client’s perspective, offering empathy and nonjudgmental support so individuals can explore values, goals, and self-worth at their own pace - this approach often helps with self-esteem, life purpose, and coping with change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it effective for anxiety, stress, anger, and mood-related difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Catherine works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as progress and challenges become clearer. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to what matters most to the client.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. These options can make scheduling easier for those with busy lives, caregiving responsibilities, mobility limits, or geographic barriers, while still supporting consistent, effective work with a therapist.