Katie Stafford, LCSW-QS
(Virtual in Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Illinois)
Founder & Clinical Director
You can be self-aware, emotionally intelligent, and really good at giving other people advice and still have your own stuff to work through.
My work focuses on anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, self-worth, and life transitions. Together, we make space to understand what you’re carrying, explore patterns that no longer serve you, and build a life with more room for your needs.
I’m here to help you understand what’s underneath the problem, not just explain it. Because insight matters. But the real work is learning how to do something different with what you know.
My Approach
My approach is collaborative and tailored to you. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Brainspotting. Together, we’ll explore which approaches fit your needs and goals.
Together, we’ll explore the expectations, beliefs, and experiences that shape how you respond to challenges. For clients who want it, faith can also be part of our work.
Areas I Support
Anxiety and overthinking
Perfectionism and self-criticism
People-pleasing and boundaries
Self-worth and confidence
Life transitions
Professional Background
Experience matters. So does feeling seen.
For more than a decade, I’ve worked with children, adults, and families across a variety of settings. That experience has taught me that good therapy requires more than knowing the right intervention.
It requires knowing when to ask another question, when to challenge a pattern, when to slow down, and when someone simply needs space to be human.
Today, my work is especially focused on helping adults navigate anxiety, self-worth, relationships, perfectionism, major life transitions, and the patterns that keep them feeling stuck.
LICENSURE
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
EDUCATION
Master of Social Work at Florida Atlantic University
ADVANCED TRAINING
Brainspotting
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
IFS-Informed Practice
Qualified Supervisor
Let’s start with a conversation.
A consultation is a chance to share what you’re looking for, ask questions, and explore whether working together feels like a good fit.
