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- ACT and CBT
- Client-centered work
- Solution-focused plans
About Kathleen
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Indiana and Michigan with 25 years of experience, Kathleen Hartman-McCarthy helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, trauma, parenting strain, anger, and related concerns. She also focuses on issues such as postpartum depression, mood disorders, infidelity, veteran and armed forces issues, and compassion fatigue. Kathleen works with individuals who want practical tools and straightforward conversations about what’s affecting their daily life.
Kathleen draws on several approaches in sessions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. She combines these methods to address mental health, physical health, spiritual concerns, and interpersonal functioning. In practice that means talking about what matters most to the client and trying techniques that can be used between sessions.
Sessions include teaching coping strategies and using motivational techniques when addiction is part of the picture. Kathleen uses person-centered ideas to listen and understand each person’s priorities. She will also use CBT tools to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and make changes that affect mood and behavior.
Her work is practical and goal-oriented while still allowing space for personal reflection. Over 25 years she has helped people manage co-occurring challenges, drug and alcohol addiction, and life transitions. She aims to help clients notice small, usable changes that improve day-to-day functioning.
Clients should confirm current session options before booking. Sessions are conducted in English and Kathleen does not take international clients.
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How her therapeutic approaches inform online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take practical steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to change mood and functioning. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and understanding each person’s perspective, supporting them to set their own goals and decide what changes to try.Finding the right approach happens together. Kathleen will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice can shift over time as needs and circumstances change, and sessions are meant to be collaborative rather than one-size-fits-all.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what is offered for remote work. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options when that better matches their situation. Ask about the available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire and schedule your first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Indiana, Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and related issues listed in her specialties.
How does she approach therapy?
Therapy uses ACT, Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Sessions mix practical strategies and reflective conversation based on the client’s needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of counseling experience working with people facing mental health and addiction challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds LMSW and LCSW credentials and is licensed in Indiana and Michigan. Her practice is based in Indiana.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
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, use the urgent help numbers.