- Coping skills
- Communication help
- Caregiver stress
About Kathleen
Kathleen Foss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Maine with 15 years of experience. She works with people facing life changes and related concerns such as caregiver stress, isolation, communication problems, and issues around divorce or family conflict. Sessions are offered in English and focus on helping people develop skills to feel more able to cope and move forward.
Kathleen has spent her career working with a wide age range and varied needs. She helps people talk through difficult decisions, manage feelings like guilt or shame, and handle the practical strain of caregiving or fertility challenges. She also supports those dealing with eating and food-related issues, impulsivity, and feelings of emptiness.
Her approach is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. In sessions she focuses on concrete skills that support daily life, such as communication strategies, coping plans for anxiety or avoidance, and ways to reduce isolation. The work emphasizes step-by-step practice rather than abstract theory.
People who prefer straightforward conversation and skill-building tend to find her helpful. Kathleen prioritizes clear goals and measurable steps toward them. She uses the first meetings to identify what the person wants to change and when progress will feel meaningful.
To begin, clients follow a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and the service uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How evidence-based approaches are used in online sessions
Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on teaching specific skills that people can apply between sessions. For example, cognitive-behavioral strategies involve identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing alternatives to reduce avoidance and distress. These techniques are useful for managing worry about social situations and for building small, doable steps toward engagement.Another common approach emphasizes behavioral experiments and gradual exposure. This involves planning short, manageable activities that help reduce avoidance over time and increase confidence in social settings. It is practical work aimed at changing what someone does, not just what they think about.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kathleen will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust based on what helps. The first sessions are used to decide which techniques to focus on and how to pace the work.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find that online sessions can fit more easily into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists and licensed professionals generally use online work to make it easier to keep steady progress while balancing everyday responsibilities.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with people coping with life changes and related concerns such as caregiver stress, isolation, communication problems, divorce and family issues.
How does she approach therapy?
Her work uses evidence-based techniques focused on practical skills and step-by-step practice to address daily challenges and emotional strain.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kathleen has 15 years of experience working with a wide range of needs and age groups.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Maine and provides services from that state.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I do sessions remotely or by phone?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription model 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.