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Kathleen Connolly, LICSW

LICSW supporting people through life transitions
  • 20 years experience
  • Client-centered approach
  • Focus on adults

About Kathleen Connolly

Kathleen Connolly is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 20 years of clinical experience supporting adults through major life transitions and emotional challenges. She has worked across a range of settings with a diverse mix of people, including clients from age 20 through 104, bringing a practical, compassionate orientation to issues such as work and relationship changes, aging and caregiver stress, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Her practice often centers on helping people navigate the many feelings that accompany change and loss while identifying practical steps to improve day-to-day well-being.

Kathleen places the therapeutic relationship at the center of her work and views therapy as a collaborative journey of self-discovery. She assists clients in clarifying strengths and areas for growth, and she focuses on empowering people to use their resources more effectively when meeting life challenges. She also works with concerns including trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, bipolar disorder, sleep and eating difficulties, and relationship and family issues.

Please note that Kathleen does not work with clients who have had thoughts of suicide in the last six months. She sets all appointment times herself and currently has limited availability, especially in the evenings. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kathleen Connolly have?

Kathleen Connolly has 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker.

Is Kathleen Connolly a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are listed as MA LICSW LICSW115945.

In which languages does Kathleen Connolly provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Kathleen Connolly located?

She is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Kathleen Connolly as my therapist?

You can work with Kathleen Connolly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kathleen Connolly work with international clients?

No. Kathleen Connolly does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathleen Connolly cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Kathleen Connolly draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their own goals and values - it is useful for building insight and confidence during transitions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding techniques that can help with stress, emotional regulation, and managing overwhelming thoughts.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kathleen works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions so therapy feels relevant and useful for the individual.

Online sessions offer flexibility in how people connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life or to continue care when in-person visits are impractical. These options support consistent contact, timely problem-solving, and ongoing skill practice with a licensed professional when that aligns with a client’s needs.

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