Katie Newberry, LICSW - Therapist in Alabama

Anxiety and stress
Client-centered care
Cognitive behavioral tools

About Katie

Katie Newberry is an Alabama Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with five years of clinical experience. She works with people who face stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, ADHD, and issues that come with life changes. She also supports concerns like self-esteem, family-related problems, and isolation.

Before becoming a LICSW she completed a Bachelor of Social Work at Auburn University and a Master of Social Work at the University of Alabama. Her background includes several years of work with people who have moderate to severe disabilities, and experience across age groups from school-aged children to geriatric clients.

Her style is laid back and straightforward. She emphasizes building trust and respect early so people can speak more openly. Sessions tend to be practical, with focus on clear steps and skills clients can use between meetings.

Katie uses client-centered approaches alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-informed methods. She draws from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness ideas when helpful. These provide tools for managing thoughts, emotions, and communication.

In early meetings she works with people to set goals and choose techniques that fit their needs. She combines short-term problem solving with skills practice and emotional processing. That mix helps when someone needs both immediate coping strategies and deeper change.

To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions are provided in English and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How her approaches work in online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person’s experience. The therapist follows the client’s lead and helps them clarify goals and priorities, which can be useful for people who feel anxious in social situations.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. CBT teaches practical skills for changing unhelpful thinking and testing out new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, avoidance, and low mood.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance. These skills help when strong emotions or impulsive reactions get in the way of daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Katie will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together.

Session options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require being on camera, which can suit people who prefer quieter, lower-key ways to connect.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuse GriefAnger managementADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody image Communication problems Control issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgiveness Guilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Alabama

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She supports people with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and related issues such as ADHD, grief, anger, and family-related problems.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her approach is laid back and direct, focusing on trust, respect, practical skills, and step-by-step problem solving.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years of clinical experience and prior work supporting people with moderate to severe disabilities across age groups.

What are her credentials and location?

She is an Alabama Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Alabama.

Which languages are offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for?

Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location.

How do I start a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.