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Meet Kathryn Wood—Therapist at Best Therapists

Kathryn Wood, LPC

Tennessee, LPC-MHSP, #5001; Music Therapist - Board Certified, #09750; Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, #405805

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About Kathryn | She/her

Kathryn is a Tennessee-based therapist offering high-quality, fully virtual counseling to clients anywhere in the state. A multi-certified and licensed therapist with 14+ years of experience, she helps teens and adults build confidence and find calm when it comes to their mental health. Kathryn specializes supporting folks who face cycles of anxiety, OCD, trauma responses, PTSD, and related concerns by exploring the roots of those issues, and developing real-time tools to cycle break! Having also been on the client’s side of the chair, she understands how overwhelming it can feel to take the vulnerable step of seeking support. Her mission is to help clients move from feeling frenzied to experiencing true capability and connectedness. Learn more or book a free consultation through her website to explore your personalized roadmap to relief.

Message to clients

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and exhausted? Like your brain just won’t quit spinning worst-case scenarios, no matter how hard you try to distract or talk yourself out of it? You’ve probably asked yourself, “Why can’t I stop this cycle? Will I ever feel better?” The answer is yes—it is possible to feel real relief from anxiety, OCD, or trauma, even if it doesn’t feel that way right now. With 14+ years of experience helping people move from constant dread to genuine calm, I offer practical, science-backed tools to help you build confidence, clarity, and emotional strength. If you’re ready to stop spiraling and start feeling steady again, I’d be honored to be your support sidekick. Book a free 15-minute call on my website, and let’s map out your path to a more emboldened you.

Education

Master of Clinical Rehabilitation & Counseling | Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans, 2019; Master of Music Therapy | Loyola University New Orleans, 2012;

Race and ethnicity

White

Cultural and experiential knowledge

White culture

Languages spoken

English

Spiritual knowledge

Christianity, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular)

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Virtual or in person

Virtual Only

Specialties

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social anxiety, Phobias

Additional areas of focus

Adolescents/teens, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Existential questioning, Hoarding, Insomnia, Mindfulness and/or meditation, Panic attacks, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Self esteem/self worth, Stress, Trauma, Suicidal thoughts, Veterans/military services

Therapeutic style

Empowering, Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented, Affirming

Modalities

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness based, Music therapy, Prolonged exposure therapy, Solution-focused brief therapy, Trauma-focused

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Cost

$165

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Individual Session

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Couples Session

$175

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Family Session

Sliding scale

Does not offer sliding scale spots

Insurance accepted
Does not work directly with insurance companies
Works with your out of network benefits to get you reimbursed for therapy
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Peer review

Kathryn is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a highly trained therapist who is compassionate, personable, honest, open-minded, directive, and who has a lot of integrity and a great sense of humor! She is knowledgeable on many topics from music therapy to trauma focused therapy and can approach a large overwhelming problem and make it feel more manageable through her therapeutic approach. She is a great advocate and will help you find the perseverance and strength you need to get through life's struggles.

—Katherine Wharton, LCSW
Peer review

Kathryn's strong clinical skills, creativity, and sense of humor help to create a space for clients to feel safe and empowered as they move through the healing process with her. She is authentic and a clear communicator who will work just as hard as the client on their journey of growth and change.

—Stephanie Hectorne, LPC
Peer review

Kathryn is an amazing clinician who cares about her clients. She utilizes trauma informed care to ensure her clients needs are met. She continues to invest in her practice and contributes to the field as a whole.

—Erika Cordle, LMSW
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