Katharine St. Aubin

Katharine St. Aubin is a licensed social worker who blends practical therapy methods with a calm, person-centered approach. She listens for what matters most to each person and helps them build on their own strengths. Katharine emphasizes clear steps and small, doable changes to reduce stress and boost day-to-day coping.

She works with people facing grief and loss, including hospice and end-of-life concerns, and supports those dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and issues with motivation or self-esteem. She also helps with caregiving strain, addiction concerns, and life transitions. Her goal is to help people find steadier footing during hard times.

Her approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and a client-centered style. Sessions focus on practical tools like skill practice, values clarification, and problem-solving rather than long lectures. The therapist emphasizes collaboration and clear, actionable steps.

With ten years of experience practicing in Michigan, Katharine aims to make therapy feel understandable and manageable. She supports people who are rethinking priorities, recovering from loss, or trying to live in line with their values. Work in sessions can include skill-building, reviewing coping plans, and setting short-term goals.

She sees decision-making about next steps as a joint process. People are invited to bring what matters most to them and to move at a pace that fits their life.

How Katharine’s Approaches Work in Online Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings so they can act based on their values. It focuses on small actions that matter, which can be useful for grief, life changes, and motivation issues.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It can help with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem through step-by-step practice.

Mindfulness-based techniques are used to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. These practices support coping with stress, caregiver fatigue, and persistent worry.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. Clients can expect shared decision-making about tools and homework, with adjustments over time based on what helps.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue care when facing mobility or caregiving challenges. Ask about session length and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire to find what works best for your routine.