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Katherine (Katie) Briggs, LCPC, LPC

Experienced counselor for complex mental health
  • Trauma and mood disorders
  • Serious mental illness experience
  • Licensed in VA and NV

About Katherine (Katie) Briggs

Katherine (Katie) Briggs brings a long-standing commitment to mental health care, having worked in the field since 1995. She has focused much of her career on supporting adults with serious mental illness who are managing symptoms such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, co-occurring conditions, substance use challenges, trauma and PTSD, and personality-related difficulties as they work to rebuild and stabilize their lives.

Her practice emphasizes practical, evidence-informed approaches tailored to complex presentations. She holds professional counseling licenses in both Virginia and Nevada and carries the credentials LCPC and LPC, which indicate state licensure to provide clinical counseling services. Briggs typically meets with clients via video, reflecting a preference for remote sessions that permit consistent therapeutic engagement across distance.

Across her work she integrates therapeutic methods suited to trauma and severe mood presentations, while attending to related issues such as addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and life transitions. Her background centers on helping people regain functioning and pursue meaningful recovery paths with support and clinical expertise.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCodependencyControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Katherine (Katie) Briggs have?

Katherine (Katie) Briggs has 20 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Katherine (Katie) Briggs a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCPC and LPC and is licensed in both Nevada and Virginia. License details are NV LCPC CP5674-R and VA LPC 0701003205.

In which languages does Katherine (Katie) Briggs provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Katherine (Katie) Briggs located?

She is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Katherine (Katie) Briggs as my therapist?

You can work with Katherine (Katie) Briggs through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Katherine (Katie) Briggs work with international clients?

Katherine (Katie) Briggs does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Katherine (Katie) Briggs 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 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.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether working with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy can be an effective way to access care and support that fits into everyday life.

One key benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with licensed professionals in the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to maintain regular appointments around work, caregiving, or other commitments.

Licensed professionals offer a range of therapeutic approaches and people may switch therapists if they are seeking a different fit. For many, remote sessions provide practical access to consistent professional support without the need to travel to an office.

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