Therapist profile
Dr. Kathryn (Kitty) Klee, LCPC
Dr. Kathryn (Kitty) Klee - LCPC, family and parenting focused
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- Family concerns
- Parenting issues
- CBT and DBT ideas
About Kathryn
Dr. Kathryn (Kitty) Klee is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 33 years of professional experience. She focuses on family and parenting concerns as well as self esteem, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and related issues. She works with adults who want practical help for problems at home and in everyday life.
Kitty treats people as the experts on their own stories. She notices strengths and helps clients apply them to current struggles. Conversations are straightforward and focused on what is getting in the way of change. Sessions aim to identify small steps that can make a difference at home and at work.
Her approach draws on client-centered work, cognitive behavioral ideas, dialectical behavior skills, emotionally-focused principles, and existential perspectives. That means sessions may include talking through feelings, noticing patterns of behavior, and experimenting with different ways of reacting. She helps people build skills for handling emotions, improving communication, and making concrete changes.
People come to her for a range of concerns beyond parenting and family matters. Those include sleep problems, career stress, depression, compassion fatigue, abandonment and attachment issues, blended family questions, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and intimacy-related concerns. Kitty also addresses topics such as body image, kink and alternative sex culture, and autism-related challenges when they affect daily life.
Her style is direct and collaborative. She helps clients set clear goals, checks progress, and adjusts the approach as needed. To begin, clients use the site matching process to schedule an initial session and discuss next steps.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and supporting the client's own sense of direction. In practice this means the therapist mirrors concerns, asks clarifying questions, and encourages the client to use their strengths to solve problems. It is useful for people who need clearer thinking about family roles and decisions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions often involve identifying patterns, testing beliefs, and trying new behaviors to reduce stress or depressive symptoms. CBT is commonly used for sleep problems, low mood, and difficulty managing attention or addictive behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for handling intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. This can help with relationship conflict, strong emotional reactions, and managing overwhelming moments at home.
Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to clarify goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. Adjustments are made over time based on what works for the individual.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy household schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins that suit work or caregiving routines. Ask about format length and camera options when you schedule the first appointment.
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Experience
33+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family and parenting concerns does she address?
She works with adults on family conflict, parenting questions, blended family issues, and related stresses that affect daily life.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her work is collaborative and practical, using client-centered conversation plus CBT, DBT, and emotionally-focused ideas to develop skills and change patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 33 years of professional experience in clinical work and related settings.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is an Illinois LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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