Dr. Katrina Stokes, LPC

Dr. Katrina Stokes is a licensed professional counselor in Michigan with 25 years of experience. She focuses on relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and career concerns. She also works with first responder issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and infidelity. Dr. Stokes approaches clients with respect and straightforward support as they take steps toward change.

She believes people bring their own strengths and knowledge into the room. Sessions begin by listening to the client’s story and priorities. That helps shape practical steps that feel possible between sessions. She emphasizes clear goals and small changes that add up over time.

Her style blends cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered listening. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods are used to build momentum. For trauma-related concerns she incorporates trauma-focused work to address painful memories safely.

In session she helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and test them against real life. She also helps people build new coping skills and set manageable goals. When grief or loss is present, she balances emotional support with concrete planning for next steps.

Dr. Stokes aims to make the process understandable and doable. She recognizes starting therapy takes courage and offers steady guidance through the early stages. Practical problem solving and a respectful, collaborative approach shape her work.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Dr. Stokes uses cognitive behavioral work to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test them in everyday situations. CBT focuses on practical exercises and behavior changes that often suit relationship stress, career worries, and anxiety related to trauma.

She also uses a client-centered approach that emphasizes listening and building on each person’s strengths. That style helps clients feel heard and involved in decisions about goals and next steps. Motivational interviewing is used when people want to build motivation and move toward specific changes without pressure.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be decided together. The therapist will review concerns, try methods that fit the client's goals, and adjust as needed. Collaboration helps keep work focused and relevant to real life.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video lets the therapist and client work face to face, while phone calls require less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat and text messaging support short check-ins or ongoing notes between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or other commitments.