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Kathleen Slee

Kathleen Slee, LCSW

Therapist in New Mexico

Compassionate practical therapy for life transitions

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  • Depression and grief
  • Trauma recovery
  • Skill building

About Kathleen

Kathleen Slee is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing depression, grief, trauma, and major life changes. She works with adults to sort through painful experiences and find practical ways to feel steadier day to day.

She uses a warm, person-centered style that treats each person as an individual. Sessions focus on what matters most to the client and move at a pace that feels manageable. Kathleen listens for strengths and builds on them while addressing patterns that get in the way of feeling better.

Her approach draws on techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to teach skills for emotion management and clearer thinking. Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are also used to help people connect with their goals and stay motivated to change. These tools are applied in straightforward, everyday language.

She has six years of experience helping people through relationship loss, long-term health challenges, caregiving strain, and identity or life-purpose questions. Kathleen also supports those coping with adoption or foster care histories, aging concerns, and issues that stem from family of origin dynamics.

Clients describe practical conversations about problem-solving, self-care, and improving day-to-day routines. The focus is on small, doable steps toward greater emotional balance and finding what matters most again.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How these approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s lead. In online sessions this means the therapist asks about immediate concerns and shapes each meeting around what the person brings that day. It helps when someone needs an accepting, nonjudgmental space to talk through hard moments.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Online CBT can include practical exercises, homework, and step-by-step skill coaching to reduce symptoms like low mood or overwhelming worry. It is useful for depression, mood disorders, and managing difficult reactions to stress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for regulating emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships. Delivered online, DBT practice often focuses on short, usable tools clients can apply between sessions to stay more steady day to day.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. Sessions often combine elements from different approaches so care matches the client’s needs.

The therapist’s biography does not list specific online formats. Before booking, confirm which session types are available and how they are scheduled. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use phone-based options when video is not ideal.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?

Kathleen works with people dealing with depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem problems, and coping with major life changes. She also addresses issues such as chronic illness, caregiver stress, codependency, and mood disorders.

What is her therapeutic approach and style?

She uses a client-centered style that emphasizes listening and tailoring sessions to each person. Techniques draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, narrative approaches, and motivational interviewing.

How much experience does she have?

She has six years of clinical experience working with adults across a range of emotional and life challenges. That experience includes supporting people through end-of-life issues, adoption and foster care histories, and chronic pain or illness.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New Mexico. Her professional credential is listed as NM LCSW.

In which language are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English. She is also open to working with international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before scheduling so you know what formats are offered.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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