Hello and welcome! My name is Kathleen O'Connell and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) licensed in North Carolina with 7 years of experience working in the counseling field. I specialize in adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career and/or school challenges, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. As a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), I can help people dealing with substance use issues and behavioral addictions. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and proud to have learned from and worked with clients from different cultures, religions, genders/sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds. My practice is one of acceptance and our time together is judgment-free.
I believe therapy should lead to personal growth and development evidenced by increased happiness and an overall better sense of well-being. I primarily use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Focused Therapy. However, no two clients are the same, so I will tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
You deserve to feel fulfilled and happy in life. I am honored to help you on your path to better wellness and making positive changes.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Codependency, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
NC LCMHC 11057
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I’ve been working with Kate for over 16 months - I cannot begin to express how fortunate I have been to have had her guide me through one of the most significant and traumatic experiences of my life (marriage separation/coparenting transition) Kate is so attentive, an active listener, non-judgemental in her approach and overwhelmingly kind and optimistic while still being able to remain sincere and grounded. There has been excellent continuity to her care and sessions, whether it be follow up during sessions or by messages, I felt like we could pick right back up where we left off. I could not have imagined making this much progress over the last year and I genuinely feel that her care has been instrumental to my healing. Thanks Kate for all that you do for your clients
Written on Nov 23, 2021 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger management, and compassion fatigue
I have only been working/ chatting with Kathleen for a few weeks now but even I can see the incredible change I feel already. I definitely wasn’t expecting such an impact from our sessions but has also benefitted me outside therapy.
I feel like I could tell her anything without any judgement or fear of consequences.
She is a light-hearted soul, grounded to the earth and I 100% believe she is not only a amazing therapist but a great friend.
Kathleen has taken a massive weight of my shoulders, I feel myself getting better and more importantly wanting to get better without pressure or control of thoughts.
I was uneasy about starting therapy however these past few weeks has made it one of the greatest decisions of my life. Highly recommend, easy to get into contact with, easy to set sessions up with, ease to smile with.
No amount of thank yous will suffice the gift you’ve given me and your magical power restore the fire I lost within.
Thank you for everything Kathleen!
Em x
Written on Jul 23, 2021 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I love working with Kathleen. She’s attentive, understanding, and has helped me to face some big and long standing issues. She’s easy to talk, sessions always feel natural and comfortable. I highly recommend her as a therapist.
Written on Apr 07, 2021 after therapy with Kathleen for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Kathleen is amazing. She is wise, intuitive and she just gets it. I always feel better after session with her...always! I feel so lucky have her in my life.
Written on Jul 19, 2020 after therapy with Kathleen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Kathleen is amazing. She sits and listens, really listens even when I feel like I’m rambling. I like that she doesn’t judge, and is very open minded.
Written on Apr 30, 2020 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem