Therapist profile
Katherine (Kate) Schenk, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and relationship concerns
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- ACT informed
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Katherine
Katherine (Kate) Schenk is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with four years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, and family concerns. Sessions are conversational and practical, focused on identifying problems and setting achievable goals.
Kate uses a client-centered stance. She listens first, then helps people name what is hard. From there she works on clear steps clients can try between sessions. That might mean testing a new behavior, trying a different thought pattern, or using short mindfulness practices.
She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, narrative methods, and mindfulness approaches to fit what each person needs. These methods are used to address mood, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, and relationship stress. The emphasis is on small, manageable changes that build confidence over time.
Her background includes work in correctional settings, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and community programs. That experience shapes a straightforward, problem-solving approach to issues like brain injury, addiction, and trauma-related symptoms. Kate also lists additional focus areas such as ADHD, postpartum depression, and first responder concerns.
People who choose to work with her should expect clear plans, short practical exercises, and steady review of progress. To start, clients complete a brief questionnaire and schedule a first session to go over goals and next steps.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people choose actions that match their values, which can reduce avoidance and increase everyday functioning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and habits with clear, practical exercises. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and compulsive patterns. Mindfulness-based methods teach short attention practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means trying strategies, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than following a fixed protocol.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow flexible scheduling for check-ins or longer appointments. When formats are clarified, consider whether a shorter phone check-in or a video session works better for quieter moments, bandwidth limits, or fitting therapy into a work break.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, family concerns, and relationship and intimacy-related issues among other areas.
How would she approach my relationship or family stress?
She uses a client-centered approach combined with CBT and narrative techniques to identify practical steps and achievable goals for reducing conflict and improving communication.
What is her clinical background?
She has four years of experience and has worked in correctional settings, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and community-based programs.
Is she licensed and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats.
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 begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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