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Kathryn DeFiore, LCSW

LCSW specializing in trauma and anxiety
  • Stress and anxiety care
  • Trauma informed support
  • Flexible online sessions

About Kathryn DeFiore

Kathryn DeFiore, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), is licensed to practice in Connecticut and Virginia and brings 5 years of professional experience to her work. She focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, heal from trauma and abuse, cope with grief and loss, and develop more effective anger-management strategies. Kathryn approaches each person as the expert of their own story and looks for strengths that can be mobilized toward change.

Her style is supportive and empowering, oriented toward practical steps that help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Kathryn acknowledges that asking for help takes courage and aims to create a collaborative space where clients feel encouraged to take the first steps toward the goals they define. She offers steady guidance while centering the client’s values and priorities throughout the therapeutic process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kathryn DeFiore have?

Kathryn DeFiore has 5 years of professional experience.

Is Kathryn DeFiore a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are: VA LCSW 0904017408 and CT LCSW 11843.

In which languages does Kathryn DeFiore provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Kathryn DeFiore located?

She is located in Connecticut.

How can I work with Kathryn DeFiore as my therapist?

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

Does Kathryn DeFiore work with international clients?

Kathryn DeFiore does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathryn DeFiore 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Trauma-informed and Goal-focused Care Online

Kathryn DeFiore uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and mood-related concerns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversational method she employs to strengthen a person’s own motivation for change and to resolve ambivalence about next steps. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when addressing the impact of traumatic experiences and aims to support processing and recovery from trauma and abuse.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Kathryn DeFiore will collaborate with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to attend sessions from different locations. These formats allow licensed professionals to offer consistent care while fitting therapy into everyday routines and life demands.

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