Dr. Kathy Cox
Experienced California clinical social worker
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About
Dr. Kathy Cox is a California-licensed clinical social worker with three decades of clinical practice supporting adults through a wide range of challenges. She focuses on areas such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship and family conflicts, parenting concerns, anger management, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
She aims to build a trusting therapeutic relationship and to understand each person’s specific needs and goals for counseling. Dr. Cox draws on clients’ existing strengths and offers supportive guidance to help them move past obstacles. She has considerable experience working with younger, middle-aged, and older adults facing depressed or anxious moods, anger, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and secondary traumatic stress or compassion fatigue.
Dr. Cox is trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and she brings both clinical skill and practical strategies to the work of healing. In addition to her clinical role, she is a semi-retired social work professor and the author of two books - one on social work practice and another on self-care for professional counselors.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Cox enjoys yoga, swimming, and spending time with her dogs. She is widowed and has three adult children. She looks forward to partnering with individuals who seek support for growth and recovery.
She is a California-licensed clinical social worker, a credential that reflects her training and expertise in clinical social work (license CA LCSW 11270).
- Location:
- California, United States
- Years Experience:
- 30
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Compassion fatigue, Depression, Grief, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Bipolar, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Coping with life changes, Domestic violence, Family, Foster care, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Parenting, Post-traumatic stress, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LCSW 11270
- NPI Number: 1417969486
- License: LCSW (California) #11270 exp 2026-09-30
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How much experience does Dr. Kathy Cox have?
Dr. Kathy Cox has 30 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Dr. Kathy Cox a licensed therapist?
Yes, Dr. Kathy Cox is a licensed clinical social worker in California (license CA LCSW 11270).
In which languages does Dr. Kathy Cox provide therapy?
Dr. Kathy Cox provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Kathy Cox located?
Dr. Kathy Cox is located in California.
How can I work with Dr. Kathy Cox as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Kathy Cox through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Dr. Kathy Cox 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. Just 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.