Kathy Smith , LCSW, LICSW

Kathy Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Minnesota and North Dakota, bringing 40 years of professional experience to her work. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, cope with grief and loss, navigate depression, and adjust to significant life changes, while also addressing compassion fatigue and a range of related concerns such as caregiver stress, chronic illness, and family difficulties. Kathy draws on evidence-based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness practices, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to shape a treatment plan that fits each person she works with.

Kathy approaches every person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, operating from the belief that individuals are doing the best they can with the skills they currently have and that meaningful change is possible. She personalizes conversations and interventions to match specific needs, helping clients identify practical steps and build skills for coping, improved communication, and renewed purpose. Taking the step to begin therapy can require courage, and Kathy aims to support that first move with encouragement and a collaborative, strengths-based approach.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, research suggests that online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions. This option can work well for those seeking flexible access to professional help while balancing other commitments.

One of the key benefits is the variety of ways to connect with a therapist. Individuals may choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging depending on what feels most comfortable and practical. That flexibility makes it easier to fit ongoing support into a busy schedule or to continue therapy during life transitions.

Licensed professionals provide care remotely, and clients may change therapists if they would like a different therapeutic fit. For many people, working with a therapist remotely offers a convenient, practical path to support and progress.