- relationship concerns
- addictions support
- blended household issues
About Kathleen
Kathleen Cates-Richardson is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 16 years of professional experience. She is licensed in Iowa and Arizona and focuses on concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues. Kathleen also lists blended family issues among her areas of focus.
She approaches sessions in plain terms and helps people talk through what feels most urgent. Kathleen uses talking and practical exercises to reduce symptoms and clarify next steps. Conversations often center on communication, boundaries, and coping skills that fit everyday life.
Her work includes attention to trauma and abuse, and she supports people dealing with the effects of past harm. She also addresses sleeping problems and the emotional strain that comes with caregiving, cancer, or major life transitions. Kathleen names abandonment, adoption and foster care, and aging concerns among topics she will address.
Therapeutic methods she draws on include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Existential Therapy. These approaches guide the way conversations are structured and how practical skills are introduced.
Sessions are described in straightforward language and focus on immediate concerns first. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site process to match and schedule an initial appointment so they can discuss goals and next steps.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. It helps people feel understood and clarifies what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to shift patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. It supports people who struggle with intense emotions or self-destructive behaviors.Figuring out which approach will help most is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try different tools, and adjust methods as progress is assessed. That collaborative process helps match techniques to what the client finds useful.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy routine, shorten commute time, allow a quick check-in during a break, or avoid being on camera when that feels easier. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT worksheets, DBT skills coaching, and client-centered conversation for remote sessions, and the therapist will discuss which practical tools suit each person's situation.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Iowa, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and sleeping problems. Blended family issues are listed among her additional focus areas.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is straightforward and client-centered, using talk therapy and practical exercises. She blends methods such as CBT, DBT, and EFT to address thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 16 years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of concerns. That experience includes work with trauma, addiction, and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in Arizona and Iowa and is based in Iowa. The credential shown is LMFT.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Confirm cross-border details when you schedule.
What formats are available for sessions?
The therapist's original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the client's location.
How do I get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process begins the intake and matching steps.
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