- CBT techniques
- Client-centered work
- Gottman approach
About Kathleen
Dr. Kathleen Hathaway is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) practicing in Washington with 25 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, self-esteem, career questions, and life purpose concerns. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and focus on practical steps and reflection.
Her approach centers on listening first and then using methods that match each person's goals. She draws on client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person in the room. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used when thoughts and behaviors are getting in the way of daily life. The Gottman Method informs how she addresses interaction patterns for those worried about partnership problems.
Dr. Hathaway also uses solution-focused strategies to set short-term goals and Internal Family Systems ideas to name and work with different parts of a person's internal experience. That mix can help with persistent anxiety, midlife changes, career transition, grief around divorce or separation, and the strains caregivers or first responders describe. She lists chronic pain, illness, and veteran-related issues among her focus areas as well.
Her work tends to be practical rather than abstract. Clients can expect to talk through recent events, identify patterns that cause stress, and try small experiments between sessions. She notes experience with post-traumatic concerns, communication problems, and feelings of isolation or guilt. Sessions are conducted in English in Washington.
To begin, clients follow the site matching steps to schedule an initial meeting. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Dr. Hathaway commonly blends client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, and the Gottman Method. Client-centered work focuses on listening and following what the person says matters most, which helps people clarify their own goals and values. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and uses exercises to test and change unhelpful habits, useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress. The Gottman Method examines interaction patterns between partners and offers concrete skills for communication and conflict management.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. She will discuss options and test what fits best based on the client's goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. That makes therapy a collaborative process rather than a fixed prescription.
The listing does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. They also allow the therapist and client to try tools and exercises that translate into everyday routines. If you want sessions that match a particular schedule or format, check the session options during the sign-up steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, career questions, and life purpose concerns, plus related areas such as caregiver stress, chronic illness, and midlife change.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
Her style starts with listening and then uses client-centered conversation alongside cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques to identify small, practical steps forward.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of clinical experience working with adults on relationship and mood-related concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) licensed in Washington and practices there.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.