- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Family of origin
About Maureen
Maureen Kirchhoff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Clinical Social Worker (CSW) with 40 years of professional experience based in Wyoming. She works with adults 21 and older on problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, and effects of trauma and abuse. Her practice also addresses family of origin issues and related relationship concerns.
Maureen keeps conversations direct and practical. She listens for the patterns that came from early family roles and expectations, and then talks through how those patterns show up now. Sessions may include exploring personal stories, noticing present-day reactions, and learning simple mindfulness skills to manage stress and low mood.
She uses client-centered methods to focus on what matters to the individual. Narrative work is used to separate a person from the story they carry about themselves. Psychodynamic ideas help look at long-standing patterns that repeat across relationships.
Maureen also draws on systemic ways of thinking when family history is part of the issue. That helps map how family roles and communication patterns influence current behavior and choices. She is willing to include faith-based perspectives when a client asks for that to be part of the conversation.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. She asks questions, reflects what she hears, and helps clients try new ways of responding. To begin, people following the site directions complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Approaches used in online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening to the person's experience and responding without judgement; it helps when someone wants practical support and clearer personal goals. Narrative therapy works by separating a person from the stories they tell about themselves and can help reframe long-held beliefs that stem from family history. Mindfulness therapy offers simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and manage strong emotions.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, past experiences, and preferences, and then suggest which methods to try. That collaborative process may shift over time as needs change.
The profile does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekday or work break, reduce travel time, or allow a shorter check-in when needed. Licensed professionals and therapists generally aim to match structure and length of sessions to what helps the client manage daily life while working on long-standing patterns.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Wyoming, Montana, Washington, Idaho, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse and related relationship issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses client-centered listening, narrative work, psychodynamic ideas and systemic thinking to look at current patterns and family roots.
How much experience does she have?
Maureen has 40 years of professional work experience in social work and counseling.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is based in Wyoming; her profile lists licensure in WY and other states.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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