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Katherine Pray

Therapist
12 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Chronic conditions
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

With 17 years of dedicated experience in social work, Masters in Social work, and licensed in 4 states. I have built a strong foundation supporting individuals within hospital-based settings, and collaborative care outpatient. My work has focused on helping clients navigate complex emotional, medical, and social challenges with compassion and practical guidance. I am deeply committed to fostering meaningful connections and creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.

My approach to therapy

I have a genuine passion for improving mental health and enhancing day-to-day functioning, working collaboratively with clients to develop realistic strategies that promote stability and well-being. Through my experience, I’ve developed a balanced approach that combines empathy with effective problem-solving, always aiming to help individuals achieve greater independence and a higher quality of life.

What you can expect from me

Your first therapy session is an opportunity to get to know one another and begin building a comfortable, trusting relationship. During this session, your therapist will focus on gathering information about your background, current concerns, strengths, and experiences to better understand what brings you to therapy. Together, you will discuss your goals, identify what you hope to achieve, and begin creating a plan that fits your unique needs. There is no expectation to share everything at once—the first session is about establishing a connection, asking questions, and laying the foundation for a supportive and collaborative therapeutic journey.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Direct, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    Masters in Social Work at University Of Missouri-Columbia
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Diabetes
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Behavioral Activation (BA), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English