- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction recovery
- Attachment patterns
About Katie
Katie Ross-McGinnis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin with three years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Katie also addresses family of origin issues and related patterns that continue to affect adult life.
Her work focuses on practical steps people can use to manage difficult feelings and reduce symptoms that get in the way of daily life. Sessions look at how early relationships and attachment patterns influence current reactions and choices. Katie helps clients notice repeating patterns, learn coping skills, and try different ways of relating to themselves and others.
She often sees people who struggle with isolation, obsessive thoughts or compulsive behavior, and the aftereffects of traumatic events. Her approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support addiction recovery, process experiences of abuse, and address identity-related concerns such as gender dysphoria.
Katie favors collaborative sessions where the client and therapist set clear goals and try concrete tools between meetings. She uses straightforward language and practical strategies rather than jargon. Progress is tracked in ways that make sense for daily life and responsibilities.
Clients who want to begin typically complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. Katie practices in Wisconsin and offers services in English for people within that region.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to address specific problems rather than vague theories. One common approach focuses on understanding attachment patterns and how early family roles affect present relationships. This helps people see why they repeat certain behaviors and offers alternatives to try in daily life.Another frequently used approach centers on skills for managing anxiety and stress. That includes learning breathing and grounding strategies, planning small behavioral experiments, and practicing new responses to intrusive thoughts or compulsions. These tools are selected to fit the person's goals and symptoms.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist and client talk about goals, try methods over several sessions, and adjust plans based on what works. The therapist helps guide decisions about which techniques to emphasize, but the client’s preferences and experiences shape the plan.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals commonly use these conveniences to help people practice skills between meetings and apply changes directly to everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes. Family of origin issues and attachment concerns are also listed focus areas.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, building coping skills, and setting clear goals together.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of clinical experience as a practicing LPC. That timeframe reflects her professional work supporting people with the listed concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin. The credential is presented as LPC.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Services are provided to people within Wisconsin.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided when arranging services.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session. That begins the intake and scheduling process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Looking for someone else? Find them by surname.