Kathy Rubendall, LCSW
Experienced North Carolina LCSW for lasting change
- 30 years experience
- CBT and DBT informed
- Adoption and trauma expertise
About Kathy Rubendall
Kathy Rubendall is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with over 30 years of experience helping people navigate complex life challenges. She brings extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, and addictions, as well as specialized support for bariatric patients before and after surgery, anxiety related to sports performance, and career transitions. Her practice also includes work with bipolar disorder, trauma, attachment issues related to international adoption, and concerns stemming from military service.
Kathy’s counseling style is warm and interactive, rooted in mutual respect, acceptance, and compassion. She emphasizes a client-centered stance that honors each person’s goals and lived experience, while using evidence-informed techniques to create practical steps forward. Her approach combines cognitive behavioral strategies with humanistic problem solving to tailor interventions to each client’s needs.
With three decades of clinical care, Kathy focuses on helping clients build coping skills, process loss, reduce symptoms of mood and anxiety disorders, and address challenges in relationships and life transitions. She frames therapy as a collaborative journey toward meaningful change and supports clients at each stage of their recovery and growth.
Kathy’s counseling style is warm and interactive, rooted in mutual respect, acceptance, and compassion. She emphasizes a client-centered stance that honors each person’s goals and lived experience, while using evidence-informed techniques to create practical steps forward. Her approach combines cognitive behavioral strategies with humanistic problem solving to tailor interventions to each client’s needs.
With three decades of clinical care, Kathy focuses on helping clients build coping skills, process loss, reduce symptoms of mood and anxiety disorders, and address challenges in relationships and life transitions. She frames therapy as a collaborative journey toward meaningful change and supports clients at each stage of their recovery and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersParanoiaPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Smoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kathy Rubendall have?
Kathy Rubendall has 30 years of experience providing clinical care and psychotherapy.
Is Kathy Rubendall a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are NC LCSW C001832.
In which languages does Kathy Rubendall provide therapy?
Kathy provides therapy in English.
Where is Kathy Rubendall located?
She is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Kathy Rubendall as my therapist?
You can work with Kathy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kathy Rubendall work with international clients?
Kathy Rubendall does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kathy Rubendall cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 a 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 how they work online
Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client's goals and values guide the work. It emphasizes empathy and collaboration to help people clarify what matters most and build self-directed change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and learn practical skills to change them; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends acceptance and change strategies, teaching skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kathy will work collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and to adapt methods over time so the treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow people to engage in consistent care around work, family, or mobility limitations, and make it easier to receive timely support when challenges arise.