Carrie Catterson-Fitzmaurice , LSCSW, LCSW

Carrie Catterson-Fitzmaurice is a Kansas-based clinical social worker with 14 years of experience working across the lifespan. She has supported children and families in their homes through challenges such as substance abuse, parenting concerns, stress management, organization and attention difficulties, and relationship strain. Her work also includes experience with older adults facing adjustment to life changes, loss of independence, depression, and anxiety, bringing a breadth of practice in both family and geriatric settings.

Carrie uses a blended clinical approach that leans heavily on solution-focused techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy, helping clients identify practical goals and develop skills to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She cultivates a relaxed atmosphere that allows space for honesty and, when appropriate, humor, while maintaining respectful openness to diverse lifestyles and beliefs. Emphasis is placed on building self-awareness and setting achievable, goal-oriented steps so individuals and families can make meaningful progress.

Her professional credentials include LSCSW and LCSW, which indicate licensure in clinical social work. Carrie aims to collaborate with people to clarify priorities and create straightforward plans for coping and growth.

Approaches Carrie uses for online therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and practice new behaviors that reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clear, achievable goals and practical steps to move forward, emphasizing strengths and small changes that build momentum. This approach can be useful for relationship concerns, parenting challenges, and short-term problem solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Carrie will work collaboratively to determine what fits best based on a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She combines techniques as appropriate and involves clients in planning each step so therapy aligns with their priorities.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to engage from different locations and schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and access support when facing the everyday challenges that therapy addresses.