Katie Wood, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW helping adults heal
- Anxiety and depression support
- Trauma and grief care
- Skills-based therapy options
About Katie Wood
Katie Wood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than six years of experience in the mental health field. She began her path in mental health while completing her undergraduate degree at Western Kentucky University and continued to build practical experience while working as a Behavioral Health Specialist at a community mental health agency during her Master of Social Work studies.
After earning her MSW in May 2019, Katie launched her clinical practice, providing individual, group, and family therapy for adults aged 18 to 65. She has supported clients facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and grief and loss, and has guided many people toward improved daily functioning through consistent effort and targeted interventions.
Katie draws from a variety of therapeutic methods to tailor care to each person’s needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, Narrative Therapy, and psychoeducation for clients aged 13 and up. She emphasizes a compassionate and approachable style and views the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful work.
Working in partnership with clients, Katie helps identify strengths and practical supports across all areas of life - physical health, family and social networks, work or school, and faith or spirituality - to address the factors that influence well-being and promote sustained growth.
After earning her MSW in May 2019, Katie launched her clinical practice, providing individual, group, and family therapy for adults aged 18 to 65. She has supported clients facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and grief and loss, and has guided many people toward improved daily functioning through consistent effort and targeted interventions.
Katie draws from a variety of therapeutic methods to tailor care to each person’s needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, Narrative Therapy, and psychoeducation for clients aged 13 and up. She emphasizes a compassionate and approachable style and views the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful work.
Working in partnership with clients, Katie helps identify strengths and practical supports across all areas of life - physical health, family and social networks, work or school, and faith or spirituality - to address the factors that influence well-being and promote sustained growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Body imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesEmptinessFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Katie Wood have?
Katie Wood has six years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Katie Wood a licensed therapist?
Yes. Katie Wood holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: KY LCSW 256543.
In which languages does Katie Wood provide therapy?
Katie Wood provides therapy in English.
Where is Katie Wood located?
Katie Wood is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Katie Wood as my therapist?
Clients can work with Katie Wood through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Katie Wood work with international clients?
Yes, Katie Wood works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Katie Wood 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Katie Wood
Client-centered therapy focuses on building a strong, empathic relationship in which the client’s goals and values guide the work. In this approach Katie listens actively, reflects strengths, and helps clients explore their experience at their own pace, which can be helpful for people facing life changes, relationship concerns, or low self-esteem.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new ways of coping. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges and can lead to concrete changes in daily functioning.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness. It supports clients who struggle with intense emotions, impulsive reactions, or relationship difficulties by teaching tools to manage stress and communicate more effectively.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Katie works with each person to evaluate goals, preferences, and life circumstances and adapts techniques from these models to create a personalized plan that fits their needs.
Online therapy with Katie is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and allows therapy to fit around work, school, family, or geographic constraints. These options can make it easier for people to maintain continuity of care and access support from wherever they are.