Katie Stevens , LSCSW, LCSW

Katie Stevens is a licensed clinical social worker who brings a practical, compassionate approach to therapy. With 13 years of experience, she focuses on helping people move past roadblocks and pursue meaningful personal goals. Katie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary method, combining solution-focused work with a willingness to explore broader life patterns to identify the roots of presenting concerns. LSCSW and LCSW indicate that she holds licensed clinical social work credentials - LSCSW stands for Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - reflecting her training to provide clinical services.

Katie values open, honest conversation and approaches each person without judgment. Originally from Nebraska, she has lived in the Kansas City metro area for many years and enjoys outdoor activities and family time outside of work. Her background includes supporting people from diverse walks of life, and she emphasizes compassion as a central element of care. She is comfortable addressing a wide range of topics and believes that no subject is off limits when it serves the client’s progress.

Katie is motivated by helping others discover their own version of happiness and offers a steady, understanding presence throughout the therapeutic process. She aims to make therapy a valuable, goal-oriented experience and looks forward to getting to know each person she works with.

Therapeutic approaches and online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people clarify their values and take committed steps toward a more meaningful life. It blends acceptance of difficult thoughts or feelings with practical behavior changes, and can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, trauma responses, and managing mood or panic symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, empathic relationship in which the therapist provides a nonjudgmental space and follows the client's lead to support growth and self-understanding.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Katie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time as progress unfolds. Clients are involved in shaping the plan and deciding what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access care from different locations, and maintain continuity during life changes. For many people, remote sessions provide a practical and effective way to engage in therapy with licensed professionals while accommodating their daily responsibilities.