I am a certified licensed clinical social worker with a master’s degree from Albany State University of New York State. I have a master’s degree in counseling from St. Lawrence University from Canton, New York. I am married and the mother of two adult children. I have worked in agency settings and private practice for over 27 years. I have been in private practice providing individual psychotherapy with adolescents and adults, couples counseling and family therap. I use a variety of techniques in therapy, trying to find what will work best for you. These techniques are likely to include dialogue, interpretation, cognitive reframing, awareness and self-monitoring exercises, relaxation techniques, mindfulness work and journal writing. Approaching feelings or thoughts that you may have tried to avoid for a long time or recent painful experiences can be painful and scary and my goal is to provide you a confidential, supportive and non-judgmental space for you to explore these feelings and life experiences.
My counseling style is warm and inviting. I believe in the importance of treating each and every person with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels and passing judgment. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and psychodynamic counseling. My plan is to tailor our conversation and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
My areas of specialization and expertise include individual therapy for both men and women, couples and family therapy. I have extensive experience working with a cognitive behavioral approach for anxiety and depression, adjustment, transition and relationship issues.
Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Years of Experience: since 1993
The first step in therapy is acknowledging a problem or concern and wanting to become better with professional guidance and support. If you are ready to take that step then I am here to support and empower you every step of the way.
It would be my pleasure and honor to support you at this time in your life. I look forward to getting to know you and working with you.
Kathy
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LCSW 087071
NY LMHC 003345
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Katherine Henderson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Katherine is an absolute God send and a consumate therapist. Her approach , with me at least , comes from not only her knowledge , but also from her heart. She helps me understand how my thought process co tributes to my struggles , and gives me the tools I need to change
Written on Aug 26, 2024 after therapy with Katherine for 2 years and 11 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Katherine is a wonderful therapist that truly cares about you. She has a heart of gold.
Written on Apr 23, 2024 after therapy with Katherine for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very open and intelligent person. Listens and gives you things to work on and think about.
Written on Dec 18, 2023 after therapy with Katherine for 3 weeks on issues concerning coping with life changes
Katherine is the absolute best. Between the tools she has given to me and all her love anf support, my life is totally different than it was a year ago.
Written on Oct 18, 2023 after therapy with Katherine for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
Katherine has been a blessing for me. She has been guiding me through some very hard stuff for the last couple months. I'm spending what could be money to get ahead to see her because she is helping that much!
Written on Jun 06, 2023 after therapy with Katherine for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Katherine is OUTSTANDING at her job. I had been in therapy for the past 6 years and she entered my life at the 5 year mark. In just a year the transformation I under went truly changed my life. She listens, ACTIVELY listens. Can understand what it is that her client needs and helps guide them through ALL the emotions, all the feelings. If you suffer from depression or anxiety, or ptsd, this woman is IT. She does her job WELL. I cannot thank her enough, honestly and truly.
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Katherine for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse