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Kathy Rubendall, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kathy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kathy. View 25 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

Kathy Rubendall is the perfect combination of kind and direct. Her expertise and experience is evident in the care she provides. 10 out of 10, highly recommend.

Reviewed November 2023

Kathy is wise, kind, and hilarious. I'm so appreciative of her insight and support.

Reviewed January 2023

More about Kathy

  • 30 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina with over 30 years of experience providing compassionate clinical care to clients coping with a variety of concerns. These concerns include coping with depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, bariatric support (pre and post surgery) , anxiety related to sports performance, and career transition. In addition, I’ve successfully worked with clients who struggle with bipolar disorder, trauma, attachment related to international adoption, and issues related to military service.

My counseling style is warm and interactive, based on mutual respect, acceptance, and compassion.

My counseling approach is client centered, using a combination of cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and problem solving strategies specifically designed to meet your goals.

Congratulations on your decision to seek help. It is truly one of the best decisions you can make for yourself and those you care about.

I look forward to the honor of walking with you on your journey to positive change.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Grief Bipolar disorder Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Communication problems Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Military and veterans issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Paranoia Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Kathy Rubendall's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831781368.

  • LCSW · North Carolina · C001832 · Expires January 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Kathy Rubendall

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

25 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Helped Understanding Wonderful Guidance Helpful Listens Support Comfortable

Kathy Rubendall is the perfect combination of kind and direct. Her expertise and experience is evident in the care she provides. 10 out of 10, highly recommend.

Reviewed November 2023

Kathy is wise, kind, and hilarious. I'm so appreciative of her insight and support.

Reviewed January 2023

Kathy has a great balance of compassion and wisdom. She always makes me feel heard

Reviewed November 2022

A great listener. With an a skilled process of allowing you and your thoughts to find a solution for you. I guess truly learning yourself, so you can support your mind in a healthy way.

Reviewed September 2022

At first I was nervous about coming to therapy and just being told to do things but Kathy listens to me and never makes me feel like she’s trying to give me a one- size fits all solution. Thank you Kathy

Reviewed July 2022

Kathy is a wonderful listener and provides insightful feedback and suggestions. Her professionalism, experience, and genuine passion for helping others has allowed me to feel safe, comfortable, and confident during our sessions. A+++

Reviewed June 2022

Kathy is funny, kind and helpful. I enjoy my sessions with her and she has offered a lot of important context and advice during a difficult time in my life.

Reviewed May 2022

She is the best! Attentive, which makes it easy to talk. Her expertise shows when she is able to incorporate what you need in a healthy fashion.

Reviewed April 2022

I've been working with Kathy for over a year, and I can confidently say she's helped me get through a couple of my biggest life changes. Her empathy and compassion are strong, but she also offers advice and guidance that have truly helped me when incorporating into my life. I strongly recommend her.

Reviewed April 2022

Kathy is an understanding and empathetic therapist. I'd recommend her for anyone needing quality counseling.

Reviewed April 2022

Kathy has been a godsend. So easy to talk to, with wonderful advice.

Reviewed April 2022

Lovey human being. Caring and compassionate replies. Have never felt anything other than supported and heard by her. Highly recommend!

Reviewed February 2022

Kathy is wonderful and I have recommended her and BetterHelp to other co-workers.

Reviewed January 2022

Kathy is a good listener with a lot of wisdom to share and a great sense of humor. I'm grateful for her support.

Reviewed November 2021

Kathy is an unbelievable therapist. She is an incredible listener - and is very patient. She has a deep understanding of what I am going through,, and offers great advice. In just a few short months, I feel like a different person. I attribute this to Kathy's guidance. Cannot recommend Kathy enough!

Reviewed November 2021

I’ve had fairly bad experiences with therapists in the past, but Kathy is certainly the exception. She is warm, welcoming, and is able to offer perspective and nuance to what you’re feeling without being dismissive. I really feel like she’s in my corner and is actively rooting for my success.

Reviewed September 2021

Kathy is a wonderful therapist. She listens well and provides exceptional care. She helped me feel more confident and validated my feelings while also encouraging me to reflect on thinking styles that were outdated or no longer helpful for my personal growth. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2021

Kind, thoughtful, and thought-provoking. She has helped me quite a bit since I’ve been able to talk with her.

Reviewed August 2021

Kathy is a fantastic counselor. She is kind, empathetic, and very well informed. She is a great listener, and has already been a dramatic help to me.

Reviewed June 2021

Kathy is so great! She’s understanding, listens so well, and really get to know you. I find this helpful because she can then give you realistic suggestions on how to modify or adjust during whatever you may be going through.

Reviewed June 2021

I think Kathy is a very kind, knowledgeable practitioner who has a deep understanding of what drives adverse behavior.

Reviewed June 2021

Kathy seems to know the right questions to ask to either inadvertently bring up a memory or to help me figure out why I'm feeling a certain way. She let's me just talk when I need to and helps talk me through other situations I am not comfortable or familiar with. I look forward to our conversations every week and she gives me a peace of mind that "okay, I can do this!" when we get off the phone. I am incredibly thankful for her.

Reviewed June 2021

The ease of access to therapists like Kathy is what gave me the courage to finally sign up for this. It's really helped me get through a frustrating emotional time just by helping me uncross all of the wires in my head. Very thankful for this.

Reviewed May 2021

Counseling with Kathy was a blessing! I wouldn’t have wanted to be paired with a more kind hearted person as her. She is a great help and reassured me as a first time mom.

Reviewed April 2021

Kathy is a great therapist/counselor. I was worried she wouldn’t understand stand my issues at first. Amazingly she very much did and offers supportive guidance.

Reviewed March 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kathy Rubendall offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kathy Rubendall works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Kathy Rubendall speak?

Kathy Rubendall speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kathy Rubendall have?

Kathy Rubendall has 30 years of experience.

Where is Kathy Rubendall licensed to practice?

Kathy Rubendall is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Kathy Rubendall accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kathy Rubendall does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kathy Rubendall offer?

Kathy Rubendall offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Kathy Rubendall?

Kathy Rubendall can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Kathy Rubendall?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.