Catherine Chapman , LCSW

Catherine Chapman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oklahoma who draws on clinical training and practical experience to support people facing difficult life events. She earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Oklahoma in 2012 and is certified in EMDR therapy, a targeted approach she began using in practice in 2021. Her background includes work in hospital and medical settings where she helped patients and families identify resources and develop coping strategies during health crises.

That hospital experience shaped a deeper appreciation for the range of emotional responses - from anger and grief to depression and anxiety - that accompany illness and other major life changes. Catherine uses a strengths-based perspective to help clients recognize and build on their existing resources, and a person-in-environment lens to consider how relationships, roles, and circumstances influence wellbeing. She also integrates EMDR and solution-focused techniques to address trauma, identify concrete goals, and move toward practical change.

Catherine approaches each person as the expert in their own life, offering attentive, nonjudgmental support while collaborating on tools and strategies that fit the client’s needs. She aims to help people gain understanding, develop skills, and navigate hard times with greater confidence and clarity.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Catherine Chapman draws on several evidence-based approaches adapted for virtual care. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT helps clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try new behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR is a trauma-focused method that assists people in processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional intensity. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical steps and immediate goals, helping clients identify what is working and build achievable strategies to move forward.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Catherine works with each person to explore which methods fit their history, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to best support progress. The aim is to combine clinical perspectives with the client’s strengths to create a personalized plan.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from home or other convenient locations.