Linda "Kathleen" Brown, LCSW

Linda "Kathleen" Brown helps people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and stress. She encourages small first steps and practical self-care. Kathleen speaks plainly and focuses on clear goals that fit a person's life. Kathleen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, with 26 years of clinical experience. She trained at the George Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University and has worked in private practice, inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment, and telephone crisis care. Her background includes individual and group work and supervision for clinicians pursuing licensure. Her style centers on client-centered conversations and straightforward tools. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also uses solution-focused ideas to set short-term goals and build on existing strengths. Sessions emphasize practical steps people can try between meetings. Kathleen tailors each plan so it meets a person's needs and daily demands. She aims to help clients set realistic, achievable goals and track small successes. People who choose Kathleen can expect a collaborative, goal-minded approach. She invites questions and works at a pace that feels manageable. If you want clear strategies for coping and steady progress, Kathleen can help you map the next steps.