Cathy Bottrell
Support through grief, illness, and life transitions
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About
Cathy Bottrell is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW, LCSW) with over 23 years of experience providing counseling to teens and adults who are navigating grief and loss, illness, and other significant life transitions. Her clinical background spans a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, behavioral changes, adoption-related issues, and support around HIV/AIDS, with a steady focus on helping people adjust during challenging chapters of life.
Cathy Bottrell brings a caring, steady presence to therapy and works to create a supportive space where clients can slow down, reflect, and make sense of what they are carrying. She helps clients process past experiences, cope with the realities of the present, and build practical ways to manage future challenges. For those feeling overwhelmed by change or seeking a clearer path forward, she invites taking the first step toward change and working together through the process.
Cathy Bottrell brings a caring, steady presence to therapy and works to create a supportive space where clients can slow down, reflect, and make sense of what they are carrying. She helps clients process past experiences, cope with the realities of the present, and build practical ways to manage future challenges. For those feeling overwhelmed by change or seeking a clearer path forward, she invites taking the first step toward change and working together through the process.
- Location:
- District of Columbia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 23
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Cancer, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Self-love, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: DC LICSW LC3000734, VA LCSW 0904005185
- NPI Number: 1245487933
- License: LCSW (Virginia), LICSW (District of Columbia)
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Care
Cathy Bottrell draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be practiced in everyday life and supported through online sessions.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while reconnecting with personal values and taking meaningful steps forward. This approach can be especially helpful during grief, illness, and major life transitions when emotions feel intense and decisions feel heavy.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and then practicing practical strategies to shift what is not working. It is often used to support concerns like anxiety, depression, and stress by building skills that clients can use between sessions.
Mindfulness Therapy supports learning to pay attention to the present moment with more steadiness, which can help when coping with worry, overwhelm, or ongoing change.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Cathy Bottrell works collaboratively with clients to understand goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, and then adjusts the work accordingly.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into day-to-day life.
How much experience does Cathy Bottrell have?
Cathy Bottrell has 23 years of experience as a clinical social worker and therapist.
Is Cathy Bottrell a licensed therapist?
Yes. Cathy Bottrell is licensed and holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details include DC LICSW LC3000734 and VA LCSW 0904005185.
In which languages does Cathy Bottrell provide therapy?
Cathy Bottrell provides therapy in English.
Where is Cathy Bottrell located?
Cathy Bottrell is located in the District of Columbia.
How can I work with Cathy Bottrell as my therapist?
You can work with Cathy Bottrell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to get support in a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Cathy Bottrell work with international clients?
No. Cathy Bottrell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cathy Bottrell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.