Katie Wood , LCSW

Katie Wood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with six years of experience in the mental health field. She began her work while completing an undergraduate degree at Western Kentucky University and continued to build clinical experience as a Behavioral Health Specialist at a community mental health agency while pursuing a Master of Social Work. She completed her MSW in May 2019 and moved into clinical practice soon after.

Katie has provided group, individual, and family therapy and has worked with people across a broad age range, including teens and adults from 13 to 65 years of age. Her practice has addressed a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief and loss, and other challenges that affect daily functioning. Many clients who came to her with significant difficulties in daily life reported meaningful improvement through sustained work in therapy.

Known for a compassionate and approachable manner, Katie emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for progress. She works in partnership with clients to identify strengths, set goals, and address the many areas that influence well-being, including physical health, support systems, work or school environments, and faith or spirituality. Katie draws on a blend of evidence-informed methods including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor treatment to each person's needs. She encourages motivated individuals who are willing to engage with vulnerability and effort to pursue meaningful growth.