Katherine "Katie" Farner, LPC

Therapist in Georgia

Hopeful guidance for real life challenges

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Evidence-based focus
Practical coping skills
Support for depression

About Katherine

Katherine "Katie" Farner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings 19 years of clinical experience to her practice. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, and self-esteem concerns. Katie aims to create space where clients can name what they’re feeling and begin to take small steps forward.

Katie works in a straightforward, compassionate way. She listens first and helps people sort through immediate concerns. Sessions often focus on practical coping skills, improving communication, and building routines that support better sleep and mood. She also addresses issues such as grief, intimacy-related worries, and life transitions.

Katie is licensed in Arizona and Georgia as an LPC. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to each person’s needs. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not accept international clients.

To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability. Katie frames therapy as a collaborative process and helps people set manageable goals for change.

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

Side note

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purposeMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

19+ years

Credentials

Arizona, Georgia

Languages

English

Licenses listed

LPC, Arizona: LPC-17765
LPC, Georgia: LPC007725
NPI: 1376954859

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often focus on clear, practical steps people can use between sessions. One common approach teaches concrete coping skills for anxiety and depression, such as breathing strategies, activity planning, and breaking problems into smaller tasks. These tools help reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning.

Another approach centers on understanding patterns in relationships and attachment. This helps people recognize repeated reactions, work through abandonment or trust concerns, and try new ways of communicating. It can be useful for intimacy issues, grief, and social anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their situation, goals, and preferences. That means trying techniques, reviewing what helps, and adjusting plans together as needed.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can also use online work to keep momentum between visits and to practice new skills in daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Katie commonly help with?

She helps people address stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, self-esteem, grief, and intimacy-related issues among other concerns.

What is her general approach to therapy?

Her approach is conversational and practical, prioritizing listening, coping skills, and step-by-step goal setting to help people manage daily challenges.

How long has she been practicing?

Katie has 19 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with people facing a wide range of mental health concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

She holds LPC credentials in Arizona and Georgia and practices out of Georgia for this profile.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a therapy relationship?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to therapist availability.

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