Katie Thornton, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW supporting change and healing
- Client centered care
- Trauma and family support
- Flexible online sessions
About Katie Thornton
Katie Thornton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Texas with three years of clinical experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. She draws on training in client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, EMDR, and mindfulness to tailor care to each person’s needs. Katie approaches therapy with respect for the client’s own expertise about their life, working collaboratively to identify strengths and practical steps toward goals.
Katie’s work includes addressing family and relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief and major life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, attention and impulse-related issues, addictions, and matters related to identity and intimacy. She also focuses on parenting, adoption and foster care dynamics, compassion fatigue, and challenges such as body image, guilt and shame, and isolation. Her clinical orientation is geared toward helping clients develop coping skills, improve communication, and build resilience in the face of change.
In sessions Katie uses evidence-informed techniques to explore patterns, process difficult experiences, and support meaningful change. As an LCSW — a licensed mental health professional trained in clinical assessment and psychotherapy — she partners with clients to create individualized plans that align with their goals and values.
Katie’s work includes addressing family and relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief and major life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, attention and impulse-related issues, addictions, and matters related to identity and intimacy. She also focuses on parenting, adoption and foster care dynamics, compassion fatigue, and challenges such as body image, guilt and shame, and isolation. Her clinical orientation is geared toward helping clients develop coping skills, improve communication, and build resilience in the face of change.
In sessions Katie uses evidence-informed techniques to explore patterns, process difficult experiences, and support meaningful change. As an LCSW — a licensed mental health professional trained in clinical assessment and psychotherapy — she partners with clients to create individualized plans that align with their goals and values.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Katie Thornton have?
Katie Thornton has 3 years of experience.
Is Katie Thornton a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LCSW. License details: TX LCSW 105697, ME LCSW LC21388.
In which languages does Katie Thornton provide therapy?
Katie Thornton provides therapy in English.
Where is Katie Thornton located?
Katie Thornton is located in Texas.
How can I work with Katie Thornton as my therapist?
You can work with Katie Thornton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Katie Thornton work with international clients?
Katie Thornton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Katie Thornton 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.
Practical Approaches for Online Therapy and Healing
Client-centered therapy focuses on the individual's experience, offering a supportive space where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them build on their own strengths and values. This approach is useful for people seeking a collaborative, validating environment to explore personal goals and relationships.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes by teaching practical skills for managing emotions and situations.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skill-building in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindful awareness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, impulsivity, relationship challenges, and improving day-to-day functioning.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Katie works with clients and licensed professionals in a collaborative way to determine which methods fit a person’s goals, preferences, and needs, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit into busy lives, and make it easier to access consistent care from home or other convenient locations. These options help clients engage in therapy in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels, while still working toward meaningful change with a therapist.