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- Addictions support
- Motivational interviewing
- Cognitive behavioral techniques
About Katie
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with four years of counseling experience. Katie Bendick focuses on addictions and co-occurring issues, and also helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and self-esteem concerns. She works in English and draws on practical techniques to support behavior change.
Katie centers her work on a client-centered stance. She uses motivational interviewing to explore readiness for change and cognitive behavioral ideas to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Reality therapy is part of her approach when focusing on present choices and practical problem solving.
Much of her background comes from seven years working around substance use issues, with four of those years spent as a counselor. That experience included helping people develop boundaries, coping skills, and better communication. She also encountered depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder while working in the drug and alcohol field.
In sessions she aims to identify the roots of recurring thoughts and emotions and then work on changing the behaviors that follow. She offers direct, honest feedback to keep the conversation clear and productive. The emphasis is on concrete skills and decisions that support healthier daily routines.
Areas Katie commonly addresses include addictions, relapse prevention, impulse control, body image, forgiveness, and women’s issues. She encourages collaboration on goals and adapts her methods to fit what the person wants to work on. To begin, a short intake and discussion establish priorities and the next steps.
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How evidence-based approaches shape online work
Motivational interviewing helps people clarify their reasons for change. It uses questions and reflective listening to increase motivation and plan next steps, which can be useful for addictions and impulse concerns.Cognitive behavioral work focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It usually involves short exercises and practical homework to reduce anxiety, depressive symptoms, and problems with self-esteem or body image.
Reality therapy concentrates on present choices and concrete actions. It helps people decide what they want now and build the behaviors that support those choices, often useful for boundary-setting and everyday coping.
Finding the best approach is part of the process. The therapist works together with each person to choose which techniques fit their goals and preferences, and adjusts methods as the work progresses.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist during the first appointment about what will work best for scheduling and session length.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on addictions and co-occurring conditions, and also helps with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and self-esteem issues.
What is her therapeutic approach?
She uses a client-centered stance and applies motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral ideas, and reality therapy to support change and practical decision making.
How much experience does she have?
Katie has four years working as a counselor and seven years total working in settings that address substance use.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Click 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.