I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor serving the Cincinnati area. In 2015, I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Arizona. After that, I spent one year volunteering in a crisis center, receiving calls from the National Crisis Line and being there for individuals in desperate times. Little did I know, that year of managing crises by phone would be crucial training to have as we found ourselves utilizing telehealth systems daily after COVID-19 became reality in 2020. In August of 2018, I graduated from the Clinical Mental Health Program at Xavier University where I gained a host of experiences through classroom, practicum and internship training.
My professional career began with providing School-Based Therapy to elementary and middle school age children. I then transitioned into a church setting serving individuals spanning all ages and concerns. Since completing my Master's degree, I have focused primarily on serving adults and young adults who have experienced lifelong traumas, various levels of anxiety and depression and acute stress. Working in a variety of settings has given me a unique insight into the full spectrum of mental health struggles experienced by all ages. While working in these various settings, I have found a common thread of growth in counseling to be rooted in a trusting therapeutic relationship.
My passion for this field of counseling stems from an understanding of the benefits which come from being vulnerable with oneself and having a willingness to speak out about areas of pain. Counseling is unique in that it provides individuals with the opportunity to explore themselves and their world in a meaningful way with the guidance of a trained professional who is willing to explore those hurts with you. I welcome you to this journey and I encourage you to know you are not alone.
My professional career began with providing School-Based Therapy to elementary and middle school age children. I then transitioned into a church setting serving individuals spanning all ages and concerns. Since completing my Master's degree, I have focused primarily on serving adults and young adults who have experienced lifelong traumas, various levels of anxiety and depression and acute stress. Working in a variety of settings has given me a unique insight into the full spectrum of mental health struggles experienced by all ages. While working in these various settings, I have found a common thread of growth in counseling to be rooted in a trusting therapeutic relationship.
My passion for this field of counseling stems from an understanding of the benefits which come from being vulnerable with oneself and having a willingness to speak out about areas of pain. Counseling is unique in that it provides individuals with the opportunity to explore themselves and their world in a meaningful way with the guidance of a trained professional who is willing to explore those hurts with you. I welcome you to this journey and I encourage you to know you are not alone.
Katie (Alexander) McLaughlin, MA, LPC
Completed Training |
Licensure & Certifications |
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Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Professionals, 2020
Applied Neuroscience for Treating Anxiety, Panic and Worry, 2019 Wellness Interventions Workshop, 2019 ASAM Training, 2019 The latest research in PTSD, 2019 Mindfulness in Therapy Workshop, 2018 |
Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, 2019
Licensed Professional Counselor, 2018 Click here to verify my license. |
Clinical Experience
Currently seeing clients dealing with various struggles, including social anxiety, generalized anxiety, obsessive compulsive tendencies, depression, adjustment to stressors and managing challenging relationships.
Adult Mental Health Outpatient Therapist at Solutions CCRC, August 2018 - May 2019
Intern at College Hill Presbyterian Church, January 2018 - August 2018
School Based Therapist Intern at Butler Behavioral Health Services, August 2017 - December 2017
Adult Mental Health Outpatient Therapist at Solutions CCRC, August 2018 - May 2019
Intern at College Hill Presbyterian Church, January 2018 - August 2018
School Based Therapist Intern at Butler Behavioral Health Services, August 2017 - December 2017
Community Engagement
Speaker at Xavier University's Chi Sigma Iota, National Honors Society Chapter Induction Ceremony, April 26th, 2019
Warrior Run Participant - The Race for Life, 2017, 2018, 2019
National Suicide Prevention Hotline Volunteer, August 2015 - July 2016
Warrior Run Participant - The Race for Life, 2017, 2018, 2019
National Suicide Prevention Hotline Volunteer, August 2015 - July 2016
