- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- CBT and IFS
About Kathleen
Dr. Kathleen Hathaway is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) working in Washington with 25 years of clinical experience. She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, career questions, and coaching. She also works with family of origin issues and a range of related concerns such as caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and mood difficulties.
Her style is straightforward and person-focused. Sessions are a place to talk through recurring patterns that come from family interactions, role expectations, and communication habits. She uses conversational techniques and practical exercises rather than long lectures. The aim is to identify what keeps old patterns alive and try small changes that fit day-to-day life.
Dr. Hathaway draws from several approaches to shape sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot and adjust unhelpful thinking and behavior. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the work focused on the person’s goals and perspective. Internal Family Systems is used to notice different internal parts and how they influence choices.
She also uses solution-focused tools to set short-term goals and Gottman Method ideas for relationship work when relevant. Sessions may include skill practice, feedback, and short home tasks to test new ways of relating. Over time she helps people connect present problems to earlier family patterns and find practical ways to change them.
Her background includes long experience with adults facing life transitions, career decisions, and the fallout of past family dynamics. Sessions are conducted in English and follow the LMFT scope of practice for Washington clinicians.
Therapeutic approaches and what online work looks like
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s goals and perspective, letting conversations guide which issues get attention and which changes matter most. This approach helps people clarify values and priorities when family patterns feel confusing.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and habits that come from old family roles because it offers concrete tools to test different thinking and behavior patterns.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk about options, try approaches that fit the client’s needs, and adjust methods based on progress and preference. The plan can combine styles so work stays focused and practical.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, or allow a quicker check-in when schedules are tight. Discussing preferred pacing, homework, and communication during the first meeting helps align online sessions with everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she address?
Dr. Hathaway works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, career concerns and coaching. She also lists family of origin issues among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-focused and practical, using conversation, skill practice, and brief exercises to test changes in daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of clinical experience working with adults on relationship and family-related patterns.
What credentials and location apply?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Washington.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can I do sessions remotely or internationally?
International clients are not accepted. Confirm current session format options before booking to know whether remote sessions are available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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