Katie Newberry

Katie Newberry, LICSW, helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or stuck after life changes. She supports individuals dealing with relationship strain, grief, anger, ADHD, and concerns related to intellectual disability. Her approach aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone looking for help.

Katie keeps sessions relaxed and straightforward. She focuses on building trust and respect so people feel heard. Her style leans toward client-centered and solution-focused work, with practical tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented to fit everyday life.

She brings a background in social work to her clinical work. Katie earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Auburn University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama. She has five years of clinical experience and additional experience supporting people with moderate to severe disabilities across different settings.

In sessions she helps people identify small, doable steps toward change. That can mean learning coping skills, practicing new ways to handle strong emotions, or changing unhelpful thinking patterns. She tailors plans to each person’s needs and pace.

Starting therapy can feel uncertain, and Katie aims to make it easier. She invites clients to talk about what matters most and to work together on clear, practical steps. The focus is on steady progress and real-life improvements.

How Katie Uses Talk Therapy and Practical Skills Online

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding your goals. The therapist follows your lead, creating a respectful space to talk through concerns and decide next steps together. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is about spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it gives simple exercises to try between sessions and helps with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Katie will talk with each person about their needs and preferences and help choose methods that fit. Decisions are collaborative and can change as progress is made.

Confirm which session formats are offered before booking so you know what to expect. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It also makes it simpler to use skills learned in sessions during real-life routines. Discuss scheduling and format options when you set up your first appointment to find what works best for your situation.