Katherine "Katie" Saraga

LCSW

Illinois

Compassionate, strength-focused therapy

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At a glance

Credentials

LCSW

License

LCSW, Illinois / 149026549

NPI

1164017448

Experience

4 years

Languages

English

Location

Illinois

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

1. • Motivational Interviewing
   • Practical coping skills
   • Strength based work

   About Katherine

   Katherine "Katie" Saraga is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Illinois. She brings four years of professional experience to her work and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Katie aims to make therapy approachable and down to earth so people feel comfortable starting the process.

   Her style is relaxed and warm. She pays attention to individual strengths and helps people build on what already works for them. Sessions are conversational and practical, with a focus on realistic steps a person can try between meetings.

   Katie uses a mix of methods to match a person’s needs. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone wants to make a change but feels unsure where to start. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports learning how to live with difficult thoughts while moving toward meaningful goals.

   She also draws on client-centered techniques and cognitive behavioral strategies to address patterns of thinking and behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when people need support with intense emotions or relationships. Katie adapts these approaches to each person’s pace and priorities.

   Katie works with a broad range of concerns including ADHD, grief, chronic pain and illness, communication challenges, social anxiety, and issues tied to life purpose and self-esteem. Sessions are conducted in English and reflect her focus on practical problem solving and collaborative goal-setting.

2. How Katie uses different approaches online

   Online work can still use concrete tools. Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to clarify goals and boost motivation.
   
   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people accept difficult thoughts while choosing actions that reflect their values. It supports moving toward meaningful life directions even when emotions are strong.
   
   Client-centered therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental conversation where the person leads the pace. Katie combines these approaches to match what a person needs in the moment and over time.
   
   Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Katie will ask about your goals, what has or hasn’t worked for you, and your preferences. Together you will try methods that feel useful and adjust them as needed based on how they fit your life.
   
   Confirm available session formats before booking, since specific options are not listed here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier, help fit sessions into a workday, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also reduce travel and help people maintain continuity of care while working toward practical goals.

4. Areas of expertise

   Primary focus

   Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD

   Also works with

   Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersAnger managementDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

   Additional focus areas

   Autism and Asperger SyndromeChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDissociationHearing impairedIntellectual disabilityLife purposePregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedYoung adult issues

   Therapeutic approaches

   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

   Experience

   4+ years

   Listed in

   Illinois

   Languages

   English

5. Frequently asked questions

   What kinds of problems does Katie help with?

   She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, sleep issues, grief, and life changes. Additional focus areas include ADHD, chronic pain or illness, communication problems, and social anxiety.

   How would you describe her therapeutic approach?

   Her approach blends Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, CBT, and DBT skills. She aims for practical, conversational sessions that build on your strengths.

   What is her professional background?

   Katie has four years of clinical experience as a licensed clinical social worker. Her work emphasizes support, problem solving, and helping people set manageable goals.

   Where is she licensed and practicing?

   She holds an LCSW license in Illinois and practices from that state. Sessions are provided in English.

   Can people outside the United States work with her?

   She does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are offered in English for clients within her permitted region.

   What session formats are available?

   Confirm current session options before booking to make sure they match your needs. The profile does not list specific formats, so it is best to check during sign-up.

   How are sessions paid for?

   Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the matching and scheduling process.

   How do I get started with Katie?

   Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The process includes a brief intake and then scheduling a first session.

6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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