Kathleen Jackson

Kathleen Jackson

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About

Kathleen Jackson, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 35 years of experience helping people work through challenging transitions and emotional stressors. Her work focuses on supporting clients as they navigate stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, family conflict, and the lasting effects of trauma and abuse.

She brings a thoughtful awareness to multicultural concerns and is especially committed to helping clients address the impact of prejudice and discrimination, along with the communication challenges that can arise across cultures and backgrounds. Her style is compassionate and individualized, with careful attention to each client’s strengths, values, and lived experience.

Kathleen has extensive experience helping individuals and families manage major life changes, including divorce and separation, parenting pressures, and blended family issues. She offers a steady, supportive space to explore what is happening, build resilience, and strengthen coping strategies, with the intention of fostering healthier relationships and meaningful personal growth over time.
Location:
New York, United States
Years Experience:
35
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NY LCSW-R 016712
  • NPI Number: 1942330089
  • License: LCSW-R (New York)

Evidence-Based Support That Fits Online Life

Kathleen Jackson uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, and the effects of trauma. An evidence-based approach means drawing from methods that are widely used in clinical practice and supported by research, with sessions shaped around what is most relevant to the client’s goals and day-to-day reality.

For anxiety, panic, and high stress, therapy often focuses on identifying patterns that keep distress going and practicing practical coping strategies that can be used in real time. For relationships and family concerns, sessions may emphasize communication skills, clarifying boundaries, and strengthening problem-solving in the context of parenting, divorce or separation, and blended family dynamics. For trauma and post-traumatic stress, work can include building stability in the present while making room to process difficult experiences at a manageable pace.

Finding the right fit is part of the process. Kathleen collaborates with clients to understand preferences, cultural context, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the focus over time as needs change.

Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent with care. Clients can connect by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel within New York, and different comfort levels with how to communicate.

How much experience does Kathleen Jackson have?

Kathleen Jackson has 35 years of experience supporting clients with concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, family challenges, and trauma-related concerns.

Is Kathleen Jackson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kathleen Jackson is licensed in New York as an LCSW-R (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - R), NY LCSW-R 016712.

In which languages does Kathleen Jackson provide therapy?

Kathleen Jackson provides therapy in English.

Where is Kathleen Jackson located?

Kathleen Jackson is located in New York.

How can I work with Kathleen Jackson as my therapist?

You can work with Kathleen Jackson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what is available.

Does Kathleen Jackson work with international clients?

No. Kathleen Jackson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathleen Jackson 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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.