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Kathleen McCarthy , LCSW

Wisconsin LCSW specializing in trauma and wellness
  • EMDR trauma therapy
  • Hypnotherapy certification
  • Holistic mind-body approach

About Kathleen McCarthy

Kathleen McCarthy is a licensed psychotherapist practicing in Wisconsin with 34 years of clinical experience. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a professional license to provide clinical therapy and social work services. Over her career she has provided treatment to adults, couples, teenagers, children, and families, bringing a breadth of experience to a range of life challenges.

Kathleen's clinical focus centers on trauma treatment, with a specialty in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She also has advanced training and certification in hypnotherapy, and integrates those skills to help people process painful memories, reduce emotional distress, and change patterns that interfere with wellbeing. Her work draws on practical techniques alongside deeper processing approaches tailored to each person's needs.

Guided by a holistic perspective, Kathleen incorporates mind, body, and spirit into therapy. She is passionate about health and wellness and supports people who want to clarify life goals, address behaviors or thought patterns that block progress, and build strategies for sustained change. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, helping clients explore choices and develop tools that align with their values and aspirations.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careCo-morbidityCodependencyCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kathleen McCarthy have?

Kathleen McCarthy has 34 years of experience.

Is Kathleen McCarthy a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: LCSW. License details: WI LCSW 3630-123.

In which languages does Kathleen McCarthy provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Kathleen McCarthy located?

She is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Kathleen McCarthy as my therapist?

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

Does Kathleen McCarthy work with international clients?

Yes, Kathleen McCarthy works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathleen McCarthy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 for Online Trauma and Wellness Care



Kathleen brings together several evidence-informed approaches to help clients work toward recovery and growth. EMDR is used to help people process traumatic memories by guiding the brain to reprocess distressing experiences so they feel less disruptive. Hypnotherapy involves focused relaxation and guided imagery to address patterns such as anxiety, habit issues, or stress responses and to support positive behavioral change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies for managing mood, anxiety, and day-to-day functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Kathleen works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their history, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques as treatment progresses to find the best match.

Online therapy makes these options more accessible by offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats provide flexibility for scheduling, reduce travel time, and allow clients to engage with licensed professionals and therapists from locations that work for them, supporting continuity of care and easier integration of therapy into daily life.

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