- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Kimberly
Kimberly "Kim" Fahey is a Connecticut-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 25 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Kim also addresses issues tied to family of origin, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
She keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what clients want to change. Conversations look at current problems and the patterns that feed them. Kim uses practical techniques to help people gain clarity and make manageable shifts in daily life.
Her background includes long-term clinical work with people facing midlife questions, feelings of isolation, and struggles with guilt or shame. She also helps those dealing with impulsivity, control issues, hoarding, and paranoia when these arise alongside everyday concerns. The emphasis is on usable tools rather than long labeling.
Kim draws on a mix of approaches to fit what each person needs. She blends client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral strategies and mindfulness practices. When helpful, she brings in psychodynamic ideas about early family patterns and solution-focused steps to move forward.
Sessions tend to focus on concrete goals like reducing anxious thoughts, improving parent-child interactions, or changing a habit pattern learned in childhood. People who come for help often want clear options and steady follow-through. Kim aims to support that kind of practical progress without unnecessary jargon.
How Kim integrates therapeutic approaches in online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. It helps clarify goals and strengthens confidence in making changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills that reduce reactivity and support better coping with stress.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Kim will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest which approaches to try. That collaborative process can include testing a small change, reviewing how it went, and adjusting the plan together.
The specifics of how online sessions are run should be confirmed before booking. If you plan to use online sessions, check which formats are offered and which fit your schedule. One practical benefit of remote work is fitting sessions into a busy day with less travel. Video can allow face-to-face conversation, while phone sessions can make a short check-in easier on a work break. Confirm current session options and scheduling details before you schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include family of origin issues, abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She blends clear listening with practical techniques. Sessions focus on current problems and steps people can take between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has 25 years of experience in clinical social work. That experience includes work with people facing midlife questions, isolation, and relationship concerns tied to family history.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Connecticut LCSW and practices in Connecticut.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current pricing when you begin the process.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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