Therapist
Cassandra Golden Kruse
LISW
LISW helping people move past what holds them back
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- Practical goal focus
- Strengths oriented
- Respectful and steady
About Cassandra
Cassandra brings 30 years of experience as a licensed independent social worker in Ohio. She emphasizes a flexible, non–one-size-fits-all approach. In sessions she focuses on identifying strengths, clarifying priorities, and breaking problems into manageable steps.
She works with a wide range of concerns including relationship strain, trauma and abuse, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating concerns, parenting stress, anger, self‑esteem, and ADHD. Additional areas she addresses include abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, and communication problems.
In therapy she helps clients pinpoint belief patterns that get in the way, then build new skills to fill gaps. People learn to recognize stumbling blocks and practice concrete strategies to move forward. The tone is collaborative and respectful of each person’s values and choices.
Cassandra frames therapy as a joint journey. She aims to help clients shape a life that fits their priorities and resources. Her background and long experience guide a steady, practical process focused on real change over time.
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Areas of expertise
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
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How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Evidence-based techniques often used in practical therapy help people learn new ways of coping and relating. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful beliefs and testing them with new behaviors; this helps with anxiety, depression, and motivation by breaking big problems into small experiments. Another approach emphasizes skill building - learning communication, emotion regulation, and problem-solving skills - which can help with relationship issues, anger, and daily stresses.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match goals, needs, and personal style. This is a joint process where techniques are adapted as progress is tracked and priorities change.
If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand. Some people find video helpful for seeing expressions, while others prefer audio for lower bandwidth or less on‑camera time. Confirm the available options so sessions can be arranged in ways that best match everyday routines and access needs.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Cassandra works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, stress and anxiety, addictions, eating concerns, parenting pressures, anger, self‑esteem, and ADHD. She also supports people dealing with abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, caregiver strain, chronic illness, and communication problems.
How would you describe the therapeutic style here?
The approach is flexible and collaborative rather than one-size-fits-all. Sessions focus on identifying strengths, clarifying priorities, and building practical skills to overcome recurring obstacles.
What experience does the therapist bring?
She has 30 years of clinical experience working as a licensed independent social worker. That background informs a steady, practical way of working with complex life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
The therapist holds an LISW credential and practices in Ohio. No additional licensing details are provided here.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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