- Goal focused
- Values based
- Mindful practice
About Katherine
Katherine Nies is an LCSW who helps people manage stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. She offers straightforward, goal-focused support for people wrestling with caregiving strain, attachment concerns, control issues, and questions about life purpose and pregnancy or childbirth. Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth, aimed at helping clients notice what matters and take small, practical steps forward.
Her sessions are built around listening first. She uses a client-centered approach to follow each person’s priorities and to make space for their perspective. From there she draws on tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness to help people notice thoughts and act in line with their values.
Katherine also incorporates emotionally-focused ideas to help people better understand and shift patterns in close relationships. Motivational interviewing shows up when someone needs support finding internal reasons to change. Across approaches she favors short, clear steps rather than long talks with no next move.
She brings five years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker in California. That background informs a practical way of working that balances empathy with action. Conversations aim to be useful the week after a session, not just in the room.
To begin, Katherine asks people to name a concrete goal and then co-create steps toward it. Her work is suited to someone who wants a respectful listener and a partner for making steady, achievable changes.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed actions even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and decisions around parenting or life purpose.Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's experience and priorities. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and follows the client’s lead to shape goals and next steps.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on understanding emotional patterns in relationships and shifting stuck interaction cycles. It is helpful when attachment concerns or repeated relational tensions are a core worry.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Katherine will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts tools from ACT, mindfulness, EFT, and motivational interviewing as those choices become clearer through conversation.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins during a work break, or remove travel time. Talk with her during the matching process about what will best fit your schedule and daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Katherine help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD, along with caregiver strain, attachment issues, control issues, life purpose questions, and pregnancy or childbirth concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Katherine uses a collaborative, client-centered style that emphasizes listening, practical steps, and working toward specific goals chosen by the client.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of clinical experience and practices as an LCSW, bringing hands-on social work experience to her counseling and coaching approach.
Where is she based and licensed?
She is located in California and holds the credential LCSW as provided in her profile details.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.