- problem-solving strategies
- grief counseling focus
- school-based experience
About Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn Harlow-Burner, LCSW, has four years of clinical experience and practices in Virginia. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, depression, and life changes. She also works with issues tied to attachment, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, and social anxiety and phobia.
Kaitlyn uses a mix of focused problem-solving and traditional talk therapy to help people notice what is changing and respond in practical ways. Sessions aim to calm an anxious mind and build doable tools that fit into daily life. She emphasizes clear steps you can try between meetings rather than abstract instructions.
Her training includes a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in grief therapy, and she holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW. She has worked in outpatient counseling, family therapy settings, intensive in-home care, group therapy, and medical social work supporting people with chronic illness. Those roles shaped her practical approach to coping with loss and change.
Kaitlyn currently works in a K–12 school division where she supports student mental health and runs prevention efforts in a rural community. That school work informs how she approaches caregiver stress and everyday parental concerns. She also draws on her experience as a parent when talking through the everyday strains of raising children.
In sessions she invites straightforward conversation about what is hard right now and what can be tried next. The focus is on small, usable steps that reduce overwhelm and help people handle daily demands more effectively.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Solution-focused strategies focus on small, specific changes you can try right away. In plain terms this means setting a clear goal for a session and leaving with one or two concrete steps to practice. This approach can help with anxiety, social worries, and daily stressors by breaking big problems into manageable tasks.Talk-based grief work offers space to name losses that are not always about death, such as lost plans or changes in identity. This involves listening, reflection, and gentle prompts to make sense of what matters most. It can help people who feel stuck by creating a path toward clearer next steps.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to figure out which approaches fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration includes checking in on progress and adjusting strategies as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into your day by removing travel time and allowing meetings from wherever you are. They also let people choose shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or select audio-only contact if they prefer not to be on camera.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among her additional focus areas.
What is her approach in sessions?
She combines solution-focused strategies with talk therapy to build practical skills. Sessions emphasize clear, doable steps to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of clinical experience working in outpatient counseling, family therapy settings, group work, intensive in-home care, and medical social work.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Virginia and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from outside the United States?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.