About

Katie Ross-McGinnis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin who supports individuals working through complex emotional and life challenges. Her work commonly centers on concerns such as social anxiety, trauma recovery, attachment and abandonment patterns, and navigating major transitions. She aims to offer a compassionate, affirming environment where clients can speak openly, explore what has shaped them, and practice practical coping strategies that fit their everyday lives.

Her focus includes the ways isolation and loneliness, obsessive patterns, and the lasting effects of difficult experiences can influence thoughts, emotions, and relationships. Katie draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients address a wide range of concerns, including addiction and substance use, the impact of domestic violence or sexual assault, and the process of exploring identity, including gender dysphoria.

Collaboration is central to her style. Katie works alongside clients to clarify goals, build self-understanding, and strengthen resilience, offering steady, non-judgmental support as they move toward meaningful change.
Location:
Wisconsin, United States
Years Experience:
3
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Gender dysphoria, Isolation / loneliness, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: WI LPC 11657 - 125
  • NPI Number: 1720868482
  • License: LPC (Wisconsin)

Evidence-Based Support, Made Accessible Online

Katie Ross-McGinnis uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients make sense of overwhelming emotions and build practical coping skills. For anxiety and social anxiety, this often means learning to notice unhelpful thought patterns, testing new ways of responding, and practicing skills that support steadier day-to-day functioning. For trauma and post-traumatic stress, she can help clients gently process what happened, understand how past experiences continue to show up in the present, and develop tools that support grounding and resilience.

She also supports clients navigating attachment and abandonment concerns, life transitions, and identity exploration, including gender dysphoria. Therapy can be a place to clarify what matters most, strengthen self-understanding, and work toward changes that feel meaningful and sustainable.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Katie collaborates with clients to identify goals, preferences, and pacing, adjusting the work over time so it fits each person’s needs and comfort level.

Online therapy offers flexibility without putting life on hold. Sessions can happen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support from home or wherever feels most convenient.

How much experience does Katie Ross-McGinnis have?

Katie Ross-McGinnis has 3 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Katie Ross-McGinnis a licensed therapist?

Yes. Katie Ross-McGinnis is licensed as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). License: WI LPC 11657 - 125.

In which languages does Katie Ross-McGinnis provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Katie Ross-McGinnis located?

Katie Ross-McGinnis is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Katie Ross-McGinnis as my therapist?

You can work with Katie Ross-McGinnis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what you prefer and what is available.

Does Katie Ross-McGinnis work with international clients?

No. Katie Ross-McGinnis does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Katie Ross-McGinnis 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.