Licensed clinical social worker recordDistrict of Columbia
Cathy Bottrell, LICSW, LCSW
District of Columbia
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and grief
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- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904005185
- Licensed in District of Columbia
- LICSW, licence LC3000734
- NPI
- 1245487933
- Experience
- 23 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- District of Columbia
These details come from information Cathy 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
- ACT techniques
- CBT tools
- Mindfulness practice
About Cathy
Cathy Bottrell is a licensed clinical social worker - LICSW and LCSW - practicing in the District of Columbia with 23 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and related life changes. She also works with issues such as adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and relationship concerns.
She offers straightforward counseling for adults and teens who are adjusting to illness, coping with bereavement, or managing mood and anxiety symptoms. Sessions emphasize talking through what is happening now and finding practical ways to handle daily demands. Cathy uses clear, concrete approaches rather than jargon-heavy explanations.
Her clinical background includes long-term work with people facing behavioral changes, HIV/AIDS related concerns, and adoption issues. She combines methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered and mindfulness practices. That mix is used to help people notice what matters, try small changes, and reduce unhelpful patterns.
In a typical session she helps clients identify clear goals, practice skills between meetings, and troubleshoot setbacks. She also supports people dealing with parenting stress, career strain, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue. The focus is on manageable steps that fit everyday life.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
BHow sessions work
How her therapeutic approaches work for remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking actions that fit those values. It helps with anxiety, depression, grief, and coping when life feels out of control. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches specific skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is practical for mood, sleep, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and support so clients can set their own pace and goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cathy will discuss options and collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit current needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time as progress and challenges become clearer.
Confirm current session formats before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into busy routines, shorten travel time, and allow quicker check-ins during a work break. Some formats may be better for brief updates while others suit deeper weekly work - discuss what will fit your schedule and attention before the first session.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Virginia, District of Columbia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Covers stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, ADHD, and many related life changes.
What style of therapy does she use?
Uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, and mindfulness to help people try practical changes and manage symptoms.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Has 23 years of experience as a clinical social worker working with grief, illness adjustment, mood and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
Holds LICSW and LCSW credentials with licensure listed as DC LICSW and VA LCSW and practices out of the District of Columbia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
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, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers