- Attachment-focused
- Practical strategies
- Trauma-aware
About Kathleen
Dr. Kathleen Bailey helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, grief, and codependency concerns. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Utah with two decades of experience in behavioral health. Her style aims to be warm and direct so people feel heard and guided through change.
She draws on several therapy approaches to match what each person needs. Sessions often include practical skills from cognitive behavioral therapy to manage thoughts and behaviors. Attachment-based and emotionally focused ideas are used to look at patterns in close relationships and improve connection.
Her earlier work included many years as a substance abuse counselor, so addiction and recovery issues are familiar areas of focus. She also has experience supporting people after trauma and emotional abuse, and she includes attention to grief, life transitions, and caregiver stress in her practice.
Dr. Bailey describes her counseling as interactive and respectful. She avoids stigmatizing labels and adapts the conversation and plan to each person. Spiritual practices, including Christian traditions, may be part of the work when a client wants them included.
People who choose her can expect a tailored plan that blends practical strategies and exploration of deeper relationship themes. She encourages taking small steps toward clearer goals and will work collaboratively to shape the pace and focus of therapy.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds affect current behavior; it helps people understand why they repeat certain relationship dynamics and offers ways to form healthier connections. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience and uses empathic listening and reflection so individuals feel understood and can find their own solutions to life problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior.Choosing the right approach is often part of the first weeks of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. That means the approach can change over time based on what helps most for a person's needs and preferences.
The practical benefits of online therapy can include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy life. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm current session options before booking to know how you will meet. Many people find online sessions make it simpler to keep consistent appointments and to bring immediate life situations into the conversation, such as relationship moments, sleep routines, or caregiving tasks.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
California, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Dr. Bailey address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship concerns, grief, codependency, trauma and related issues such as caregiver stress and intimacy problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, interactive, and respectful. Sessions mix practical skill work with deeper exploration of relationship patterns.
What background does she bring to therapy?
She has about 20 years of experience in behavioral health, including long work as a substance abuse counselor and many years as a marriage and family therapist.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the credential LMFT and is licensed in Utah and California, practicing from Utah.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.