Licensed clinical social worker recordVirginia
Catherine Wasson, LICSW, LCSW, CSW
Virginia
Licensed clinical social worker - trauma and relationships
Continue with CatherineCredentials check
- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Colorado
- LCSW, licence CSW.09927066
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904012702
- Licensed in New Jersey
- LCSW, licence 44SC06118000
- Licensed in District of Columbia
- LICSW, licence LC200002234
- NPI
- 1295234953
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Virginia
These details come from information Catherine supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma-informed care
- Solution-focused work
About Catherine
Catherine Wasson is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) licensed in DC and Colorado with seven years of practice experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strains, grief, trauma and abuse, and career pressures. Sessions are offered in English and she does not work with international clients.
Catherine keeps sessions straightforward and interactional. She uses clear conversation to understand what is causing day-to-day strain. She draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking, and on solution-focused techniques to identify small steps that can make a difference quickly.
Clients who have survived physical trauma or emotional abuse also find her approach practical. She integrates trauma-focused work when it fits the concern, including tools to manage panic, post-traumatic stress symptoms, and strong emotional reactions. Catherine also supports people dealing with relationship patterns, communication problems, polyamory and non-monogamous relationship questions, and the challenges that come with caregiving and first responder roles.
Her style is collaborative and direct. Conversations aim to clarify goals, practice specific skills, and track progress from week to week. She avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on what someone wants to change now.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Catherine helps people move from feeling stuck to having practical next steps.
BHow sessions work
How Catherine’s approaches translate to online work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. Online sessions using CBT focus on clear skill practice, thought records, and brief homework to use between meetings.Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s perspective and priorities. In remote sessions this looks like straightforward, respectful conversation that clarifies goals and lets the client guide what gets worked on next.
EMDR is a trauma-focused method that addresses distress linked to traumatic memories. When it fits a client's needs, elements of trauma processing can be discussed and adapted for remote delivery with careful planning.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk through what fits the client's needs, goals, and preferences, and they will decide together which methods to try and when to change course.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many clients find remote sessions help fit therapy into work, family, and daily routines because they can avoid travel, choose shorter check-ins when needed, or schedule around hectic days. Online work also makes it easier to practice skills between sessions and to bring real-life examples into the conversation.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Colorado, Virginia, New Jersey, District of Columbia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Catherine works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strains, grief, career challenges, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
What is her therapy style like?
She practices an open, interactive style that uses client-centered conversation, cognitive behavioral techniques, and solution-focused methods to set goals and try practical steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working with a range of mental health concerns and life stressors.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
Catherine holds LICSW, LCSW, and CSW designations and is listed with DC LICSW and CO LCSW; she is based in Virginia for practice location.
Can I see her if I live outside the U.S.?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model 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 to begin.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers