Katie Newberry , LICSW

Katie Newberry brings a warm, approachable style to her work as a social worker and therapist. She creates an inviting environment where trust and respect are prioritized so clients can feel comfortable sharing what matters most to them. She draws on person-centered and solution-focused methods, along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused techniques, tailoring a wide skill set to each client to build collaborative, realistic treatment plans.

Katie has experience working with people across the lifespan, from school-aged children through geriatric clients, and she has worked in multiple roles supporting individuals with moderate to severe disabilities. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Auburn University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama. She is licensed as a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker).

Katie emphasizes practical skills and steady progress, helping clients address concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, ADHD, and issues related to self-esteem and life transitions. She aims to meet clients where they are and partner with them through change. She looks forward to working with clients who are ready to begin their therapeutic journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

In Katie Newberry's practice, Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients lead the conversation and the therapist offers empathy and validation. This approach is helpful for building self-awareness, improving relationships, and navigating life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and practical coping skills for day-to-day challenges.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can benefit clients facing intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or chronic stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Katie works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress is made.

Online therapy with Katie includes options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, make sessions accessible from home or work, and allow clients to choose the communication style that best supports their comfort and consistency in care.