Kathryn Wood → Therapist at Best Therapists

California, LPCC #21837; Tennessee, LPC-MHSP, #5001; Music Therapist - Board Certified, #09750; Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, #405805

Kathryn Wood

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Female

White

Virtual Only

Specialties

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social anxiety, Phobias

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Education

Master of Clinical Rehabilitation & Counseling | Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans, 2019; Master of Music Therapy | Loyola University New Orleans, 2012;

About

Kathryn provides high-quality, fully virtual OCD & Anxiety counseling to clients located in California and Tennessee. A multi-certified and licensed therapist with 14+ years of experience, she helps teens and adults build confidence and find calm when it comes to their mental health. Kathryn specializes supporting folks who face struggles with intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, anxiety attacks, trauma-based responses, and related concerns by exploring the roots of those issues, and developing real-time tools to break the cycle! Having also been on the client’s side of the chair, she understands how overwhelming it can feel to take the vulnerable step of seeking support. Her mission is to help clients move from feeling frenzied to experiencing true capability and connectedness. Learn more or book a free consultation through her website to explore your personalized roadmap to relief.

Message to clients

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and exhausted? Like your brain just won’t quit spinning worst-case scenarios, no matter how hard you try to distract or talk yourself out of it? You’ve probably asked yourself, “Why can’t I stop this cycle? Will I ever feel better?” The answer is yes—it is possible to feel real relief from anxiety, OCD, or trauma, even if it doesn’t feel that way right now. With 14+ years of experience helping people move from constant dread to genuine calm, I offer practical, science-backed tools to help you build confidence, clarity, and emotional strength. If you’re ready to stop spiraling and start feeling steady again, I’d be honored to be your support sidekick. Book a free 15-minute call on my website, and let’s map out your path to a more emboldened you.

Race and ethnicity

White

Cultural and experiential knowledge

White culture

Languages spoken

English

Spiritual knowledge

Christianity, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular)

Location

Specialties

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social anxiety, Phobias

Additional areas of focus

Adolescents, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Existential questioning, Hoarding, Insomnia, Mindfulness, Panic attacks, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Self esteem, Stress, Trauma, Suicidal thoughts, Veterans,

Therapeutic style

Empowering, Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented, Affirming

Modalities

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, Exposure Response Prevention, Mindfulness based, Music therapy, Prolonged exposure therapy, Solution-focused brief therapy, Trauma-focused

Cost

$165

/Individual Session

/Couples Session

$175

/Family Session

Sliding scale

Does not offer sliding scale spots

Insurance accepted

Works with your out of network benefits to get you reimbursed for therapy

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Katherine Wharton, LCSW

Kathryn is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a highly trained therapist who is compassionate, personable, honest, open-minded, directive, and who has a lot of integrity and a great sense of humor! She is knowledgeable on many topics from music therapy to trauma focused therapy and can approach a large overwhelming problem and make it feel more manageable through her therapeutic approach. She is a great advocate and will help you find the perseverance and strength you need to get through life's struggles.

Stephanie Hectorne, LPC

Kathryn's strong clinical skills, creativity, and sense of humor help to create a space for clients to feel safe and empowered as they move through the healing process with her. She is authentic and a clear communicator who will work just as hard as the client on their journey of growth and change.

Erika Cordle, LMSW

Kathryn is an amazing clinician who cares about her clients. She utilizes trauma informed care to ensure her clients needs are met. She continues to invest in her practice and contributes to the field as a whole.

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