- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
About Kathryn
Kathryn Fortune-Gallagher is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 32 years of experience in social work and clinical therapy in New Mexico. She lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, parenting concerns, and related issues among her areas of focus. Kathryn also notes experience with codependency, self-esteem problems, and support around life changes and addictions.
She has worked in education settings and in clinical therapy for decades. That background means she has experience helping people who have learning differences and related challenges. Kathryn also offers Christian counseling and describes her main therapeutic style as solution-focused.
In session she tends to concentrate on practical steps people can try between meetings. She talks through problems and looks for small changes that lead to clearer next steps. Kathryn combines solution-focused work with cognitive behavioral ideas and trauma-focused approaches when that fits the concern.
Her practice aims to be straightforward and nonjudgmental. She works with adults on issues such as relationships, grief, anger, career concerns, and midlife transitions. Kathryn also lists coaching and support for ADHD and bipolar concerns among her focus areas.
People who prefer a direct, problem-solving style may find her approach helpful. She uses brief, concrete strategies alongside longer-term therapy when needed. To start, visitors are asked to follow the site's matching and scheduling process to arrange a first session.
How Kathryn uses CBT, solution work and trauma-focused methods online
Kathryn draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking and try practical behavior changes. CBT can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and problems that repeat in everyday life.She uses solution-focused therapy to set clear, short-term goals and find small steps that move a person forward. That approach focuses on strengths and on simple strategies people can practice between sessions.
Trauma-focused work helps when past events continue to affect current reactions and relationships. This approach looks at how trauma shows up now and at ways to reduce its everyday impact.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the first sessions. Kathryn will work with the client to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences in a collaborative way.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for quieter surroundings or shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about the scheduling and session process during the matching step so arrangements fit everyday life.
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Experience
32+ years
Listed in
Michigan, New York, New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, parenting, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem, and related issues among her focuses.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her main style is solution-focused work. She also uses cognitive behavioral and trauma-focused methods when they fit the client's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 32 years of experience in social work and clinical therapy, including work in education and with individuals who have learning differences.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LMSW and LCSW credentials and practices in New Mexico.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.