Katherine (Kate) Schenk , LPC

Katherine (Kate) Schenk is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with four years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping adults navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and addictive behaviors, as well as a range of related concerns such as ADHD, bipolar symptoms, self-esteem difficulties, and issues around intimacy and family dynamics.

Katherine uses an integrative, client-centered stance that prioritizes each person’s goals and values. She collaborates with clients to identify challenges, set realistic and achievable objectives, and build practical skills that increase insight and confidence. Her work extends to specialized areas including first responder issues, infidelity, sexual assault and abuse, process addictions, traumatic brain injury, and non-monogamous relationship dynamics.

In session Katherine draws on evidence-informed methods to tailor care to individual needs, supporting people through life transitions, coping with mood or behavioral concerns, and addressing patterns that interfere with daily functioning. She acknowledges that reaching out for help can be difficult and aims to provide a respectful, supportive environment where clients can take meaningful steps toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Katherine (Kate) Schenk draws from several well-established approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take purposeful actions even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist supports the client's own insights and goals - this approach is helpful for building self-esteem and navigating relationship or identity concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, often providing concrete strategies for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and OCD-related challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Katherine works with clients collaboratively to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time so care remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy with Katherine offers flexibility in how sessions are scheduled and delivered. Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access care around work, family, or other commitments. These options support consistent engagement and make it simpler to continue therapy during life changes or when in-person visits are difficult.