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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship communication
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Kathryn
Kathryn "Katie" Carson-Decker is a New York LCSW with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and trauma. Katie also focuses on self-esteem, communication problems, isolation, and questions about life purpose.
She uses a mix of practical therapies that help people change patterns and notice what matters to them. Sessions introduce behavioral tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and present-moment practices from Mindfulness Therapy. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients live with difficult feelings while moving toward values-based goals.
Katie pays attention to relationship patterns and uses elements of the Gottman Method to improve communication and reduce recurring conflict. Motivational Interviewing appears in work when people want to make lasting changes but feel unsure where to begin. Her approach combines these methods into straightforward steps people can try between sessions.
Sessions include talking through current problems, practicing specific skills, and setting small goals to test changes in daily life. She invites people who want to address guilt, shame, forgiveness, control issues, or feelings of emptiness to bring those concerns into the work. Katie also supports people working through post-traumatic stress and mood disorders using the tools above.
She conducts work in English from New York and does not take international clients. Before booking, people should confirm current session formats and scheduling details so they understand how to proceed.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck and then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; it often helps with anxiety, mood disorders, and problem-solving. Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention practices and simple exercises to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day focus.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review a person's goals and preferences and then try methods that fit. That process is collaborative and may shift as sessions progress based on what helps most.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into busy schedules, allow brief check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Some methods lend themselves to homework between sessions, such as CBT worksheets or brief mindfulness exercises, which translate well to a remote setting. Ask about the exact session format when you schedule so you know how sessions will be run.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and trauma. Additional focus areas include self-esteem, isolation, guilt and shame, and life purpose.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, the Gottman Method, and Motivational Interviewing. These methods guide practical skill building and communication work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience as a clinician. That experience spans mood concerns, trauma recovery, and relationship-focused work.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a New York LCSW and practices from New York. The credential listed is LCSW.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to the next steps for booking.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.