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Katie Thornton

Katie Thornton, LCSW

Texas

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - trauma and mood concerns

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Credentials check

Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Texas
LCSW, licence 105697
Licensed in Maine
LCSW, licence LC21388
Licensed in Washington
LICSW, licence LW 61635309
NPI
1114487501
Experience
3 years
Languages
English
Location
Texas

These details come from information Katie 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

  • Client-centered work
  • Cognitive behavioral tools
  • Mindfulness and DBT skills

About Katie

Katie Thornton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas with three years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting stress, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, and mood or impulse-related concerns. Katie also supports those dealing with addiction, career strain, body image concerns, and questions around life purpose.

Katie uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. She leans on client-centered work to hear what matters most, and on cognitive behavioral techniques to spot thinking and behavior patterns that get in the way. Dialectical behavior strategies and mindfulness skills are part of her toolkit for managing intense emotions and improving day-to-day coping.

Trauma and loss are also part of her focus. She includes trauma-informed approaches and may use EMDR when appropriate to address traumatic memories and post-traumatic stress symptoms. Sessions emphasize small, manageable steps people can try between meetings.

In conversation she helps people set clear goals and builds plans that align with their daily life. That can look like short skill-building, problem-solving around parenting or work, mood tracking, or focused work on communication and boundaries.

Katie aims for practical progress over time rather than quick fixes. She invites clients to notice what changes make life easier and to adjust plans as needed. If you want direct, task-focused work on relationships, mood, or trauma recovery, she may be a fit.

BHow sessions work

How Katie uses therapeutic methods in online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the client. The therapist encourages people to set their own goals and chooses tasks that fit their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses simple exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and stress management. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that works with memories and their emotional impact to reduce intense reactions and intrusive memories.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review your concerns, try an approach, and adjust based on what helps. Sessions can blend methods over time so work stays practical and goal-focused rather than rigid.

Confirm the specific session formats available before booking because this profile does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, parenting, and daily responsibilities. They also allow for shorter check-ins, practice of skills between meetings, and planning that connects directly to real-life routines. The emphasis is on workable tools that transfer into everyday life rather than on theoretical discussion alone.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

Texas, Maine, Washington

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

Katie works with anxiety, depression, trauma and grief. She also helps with parenting stress, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, addictions, and mood disorders.

What approach does she use in sessions?

She mixes client-centered practice with cognitive behavioral techniques. Dialectical behavior skills and mindfulness are added for emotion regulation and coping.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience as a social work clinician.

Is she licensed to practice in Texas?

Yes. Her credential is LCSW and she is listed with a Texas LCSW.

Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Confirm the current session options before scheduling, as specific formats are not listed in this profile.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin?

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

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