- Grief support
- Guilt and shame
- Communication skills
About Cathlene
Cathlene Ramsdell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Washington with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are managing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and family conflict. She also helps people dealing with issues such as abandonment, body image, communication problems, control issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and workplace concerns.
Cathlene focuses on direct, practical conversation. Sessions involve noticing current patterns, naming hard feelings, and testing small changes that feel doable. She uses plain language and avoids jargon so people can understand the steps they and she are taking together.
Her background includes two decades in clinical settings working with trauma, mood disorders, panic, and grief. That experience informs how she structures sessions and prioritizes safety when trauma is present. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and everyday struggles.
Cathlene adapts the pace and focus depending on what a person brings to a session. Early meetings usually map out immediate concerns and realistic goals. Later work can move toward processing painful memories, improving communication, or practicing different ways of responding under stress.
People who contact her can expect straightforward planning about next steps. She asks about what has helped before and what has not. That information guides a clear plan for sessions, check-ins, and goals over time.
How evidence-based work translates to online sessions
Many of the techniques Cathlene uses come from evidence-based therapeutic approaches that focus on present patterns and skills. One approach centers on noticing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in real time and testing small changes to reduce distress; this helps with anxiety, panic, and mood symptoms. Another approach involves careful processing of traumatic memories and their effects on daily life, with attention to pacing and tolerable steps to reduce overwhelm.Choosing which approach to use is a collaborative process. Cathlene will talk with each person about goals, past responses to therapy, and practical needs, then together decide which methods to try first. She adjusts the plan as progress and challenges appear so the work fits the person rather than forcing a single method.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time from the equation. Many people find that working with a licensed professional by video or phone lets them practice new responses in everyday settings and follow up between meetings more easily.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Washington, Missouri, Michigan, Arizona, New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, plus related issues like guilt and shame.
How does she approach guilt and shame?
She focuses on clear, practical conversation that names emotions and tests small changes people can try between sessions.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has 20 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with trauma, mood disorders, panic, and grief.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in Michigan (MI LMFT) and Arizona (AZ LMFT) and practices in Washington.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.