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Entry 183295Michigan / United States

Kathleen Stark

Kathleen Stark, LPC

Michigan 10 years in practice

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LPC focused on trauma and anxiety

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Autism focus

About Kathleen

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 10 years of experience. Kathleen Stark focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and anger. She also works with issues related to autism and Asperger Syndrome and intellectual disability. Sessions are conducted in English.

Kathleen holds a BA in Child Psychology and an MA in Counseling from Oakland University. She has a background speaking to youth about service dogs and shares personal insight about living with cerebral palsy. Her work has included trauma-related care since becoming a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in 2019. She is also pursuing certification as an Autism Specialist.

Her approach centers on practical, evidence-based techniques. She treats people as the experts in their own lives and focuses on building strengths that help manage daily challenges. In sessions she uses clear strategies to reduce stress, manage mood, and address past trauma.

Kathleen brings experience from a range of settings over a decade of practice. She combines clinical knowledge with direct experience of disability-related issues to inform how she supports people. She aims to help clients increase motivation, improve confidence, and find better ways to cope with life changes.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.

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Therapeutic approaches and what online work looks like

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques typically include approaches that focus on symptoms and skills. For example, trauma-focused methods help people process upsetting experiences and reduce distress by using gradual exposure and practical coping skills. Cognitive-behavioral approaches look at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and teach specific strategies to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms.

Finding the right way of working is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped in the past. Together they will try approaches and adjust methods based on what fits the client's needs and responses.

Confirm the session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and avoid travel time. They can also let people choose video when they prefer face-to-face interaction or phone when they need lower bandwidth or a quicker check-in. Licensed professionals can help match the format and approach to each person's practical circumstances.

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

Anger management

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeIntellectual disability

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

Michigan

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and anger. She also focuses on autism and Asperger Syndrome and intellectual disability.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and treats people as experts in their own lives. The emphasis is on building strengths and managing daily challenges.

How long has she practiced?

She has 10 years of professional experience and has worked across different settings during that time.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan and holds a BA in Child Psychology and an MA in Counseling from Oakland University.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Kathleen Stark

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