- family conflict
- self esteem
- CBT and DBT
About Kathryn
Dr. Kathryn (Kitty) Klee is an Illinois licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with 33 years of experience. She works with people who are dealing with family conflict, parenting challenges, motivation and self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes. Her profile lists social anxiety and phobia among focus areas she addresses.
Kitty’s approach begins by listening to the person and treating them as the expert on their own story. She looks for strengths a person already has and uses those as a starting point. Sessions are conversational and practical, focusing on workable steps rather than abstract theory.
She draws from several counseling approaches to match what a person needs. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Client-centered ideas guide how she follows a person’s lead in sessions.
When relationships or emotions are central, she brings in emotion-focused ways of talking that pay attention to how feelings affect connection. Dialectical behavior ideas are used for building skills in distress tolerance and emotion regulation when things feel overwhelming.
Her background across many clinical settings informs how she helps with issues such as addiction, trauma, intimacy-related concerns, sleep problems, ADHD, and career transitions. Kitty encourages small, steady changes and practical strategies that can be used between sessions.
People looking for straightforward, experience-based counseling often find her style direct and focused on daily life. She works in English and practices in Illinois.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Dr. Klee uses client-centered methods that prioritize the person’s own goals and perspective. This means sessions often start with the person explaining what matters most and the counselor following that lead to set priorities.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thought patterns and try different behaviors. CBT is often helpful for mood, anxiety, and practical problem solving. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills are used when emotion regulation or distress tolerance are needed, offering concrete tools for managing intense feelings.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will help figure out which methods fit the person’s concerns, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan over time based on what works.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals can discuss which session rhythm and format will best suit practical needs and life commitments.
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Experience
33+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she handle?
She works with family conflict, parenting difficulties, self-esteem struggles, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma and related issues listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are conversational and practical. She listens first, then uses approaches that fit the person’s immediate needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 33 years of professional work experience in counseling and related settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an Illinois LCPC and practices in Illinois.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
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