LICENSED PSYCHOTHERAPY (MISSOURI)
Psychotherapy With Dr. O’Brien
Dr. O’Brien provides virtual psychotherapy to Missouri-based clients. Her extensive career in behavioral health and her work as a social justice educator inform her commitment to equity, respect, and ethical practice in clinical relationships.
She works from a strengths-based, solution-focused framework and integrates evidence-based psychotherapy approaches based on the needs of each client. Her clinical training draws from multiple established therapeutic models, and services are provided within the scope of Missouri licensure and professional standards.
Dr. O’Brien supports psychotherapy clients addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, religious trauma, relationship challenges, recovery from traumatic experiences, identity development, and the effects of systemic and interpersonal oppression.
Learn more about her psychotherapy work, or contact Dr. O’Brien using the form below
You may view Dr. O’Brien’s psychotherapy profiles at any of these locations on the web: You may contact her from any of those three sites or by completing the form below. The scheduling of psychotherapy sessions must be arranged directly with Dr. O’Brien.
Missouri LCSW
Virtual Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Overview
Psychotherapy services are provided by Kathryn G. O’Brien, PhD, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri. These services are clinical in nature and governed by Missouri law and professional standards.
Scope of Services
Psychotherapy is intended to address diagnosable mental and emotional health concerns through evidence-based clinical methods. Services may include assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning within the scope of licensed clinical social work.
Specific Clinical Interests
Trauma (abuse, public violence, sexual assault, religious, racial and other identity-based oppression) - Relationships (marriage / partner, dating, difficult friendships, adult children with parents, coercive relationships, relationship with institution) - Grief and loss - Physical transitions - Identity - Multicultural issues
What Psychotherapy is Not
Psychotherapy services described on this page do not include holistic energy work, Reiki, crystal-based practices, spiritual counseling, or any other non-clinical or alternative wellness services.
Licensure & Regulation
Kathryn G. O’Brien is licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in Missouri. Psychotherapy services are subject to Missouri statutes, administrative rules, and ethical standards applicable to licensed clinical social workers.
Fees & Insurance
Psychotherapy services may be billed to insurance where applicable or provided on a self-pay basis. Fees, payment policies, and insurance participation are discussed during the intake process. Please contact Dr. O’Brien to schedule a free 15-minute consultation or to schedule your first session.
Informed Consent
Participation in psychotherapy requires completion of a clinical intake and informed consent process consistent with HIPAA and professional standards. Clinical records are maintained in accordance with applicable law.
Important Notice
Psychotherapy services are distinct from any non-clinical holistic wellness services offered elsewhere on this website. The services are not combined nd are accessed through separate booking and intake processes.
