Katherine "Katie" Farner

Katherine "Katie" Farner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with nearly two decades of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and challenges with self-esteem. Katie emphasizes a calm, approachable way of working so someone worried about starting therapy can feel understood from the first session.

Katie aims to build a welcoming space where people can talk about hard things without judgment. She listens for patterns that keep someone stuck and helps them try new ways of coping. Her practice covers relationship concerns, grief, intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, and changes that come with major life transitions.

Over 19 years she has supported people through long-term issues such as bipolar mood shifts, post-traumatic stress, chronic illness and pain, and struggles with attachment or abandonment. She also addresses concerns tied to sexuality, LGBT matters, social anxiety, and women’s issues. Katie combines practical strategies with attention to each person’s values and goals.

People who work with Katie can expect clear guidance about what to focus on each week. She helps set manageable steps for coping, improving communication, and rebuilding confidence. Her approach is collaborative and paced to the client’s needs.

Katie holds LPC credentials in Arizona and Georgia. To begin, people follow the directory’s Start Therapy process to match with her and schedule a first session.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Many clinicians use evidence-based techniques to address symptoms and patterns that cause distress. One common approach focuses on teaching practical coping skills such as breathing, activity planning, and problem solving to reduce anxiety and manage stress. These techniques help people handle day-to-day triggers and regain a sense of control.

Another frequently used method looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and helps people try different responses. This kind of work is useful for depression, negative self-talk, relationship tensions, and improving sleep or motivation. It tends to be structured and goal-focused so progress can be tracked between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify what fits your needs, goals, and preferences. Together you can adjust focus and pace as you learn what helps most.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into busy schedules and reducing travel time. It can make it easier to keep regular appointments around work, caregiving, or medical needs. Because this profile does not list specific session formats, please confirm available options before booking so you know whether video or another format will be used.