- Trauma and abuse
- Depression and mood
- Social anxiety
About Kathren
Kathren Monaweck is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 23 years of clinical experience. She works with people who face trauma and abuse, grief and loss, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. Kathren also lists social anxiety and phobia among her areas of focus.
She keeps sessions direct and practical. Conversations focus on the problems you bring and on small steps that feel manageable. She adapts the pace and topics to fit each person rather than following a fixed script.
Over two decades of work have included supporting people through major life changes and persistent mood difficulties. That history means she has seen a wide range of reactions to loss, guilt, shame, and isolation. Kathren draws on that experience to help people name what is happening and try different ways of coping.
Her practice addresses specific concerns like body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, and post-traumatic stress. Sessions also cover broader themes such as life purpose, self-love, forgiveness, and rebuilding confidence after setbacks.
People who choose her can expect straightforward conversation about next steps and practical strategies to try between sessions. To begin, prospective clients follow the site steps to view online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Many evidence-based techniques focus on changing unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior. Cognitive-oriented methods help people notice and test anxious or negative thoughts, which can reduce avoidance and improve mood. These approaches are often used to address social anxiety, depression, and worry.Exposure-based strategies involve gently facing feared situations in small steps. This method helps people practice new responses to social situations and decrease fear over time. It is often paired with planning and reflection between sessions so learning carries over into daily life.
Finding the right combination of methods is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try approaches that fit those goals, and adjust plans as needed. That collaborative process helps identify what feels most helpful for the individual.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discussing practical scheduling preferences during the matching questionnaire and first session helps align sessions with everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. Social anxiety and phobia are also listed among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and conversation-based. She adapts pace and topics to the person's needs and focuses on manageable steps.
How many years has she practiced?
She has 23 years of professional work experience supporting a range of mood and life-change concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients.
How are sessions 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.