Therapist in Wilmington, Delaware Kathryn Cox, Therapist

Kathryn Cox is a licensed clinical social worker at LifeStance Health who helps children, adolescents, teens, and young adults across Delaware navigate challenges with confidence, resilience, and emotional clarity. She provides individual therapy grounded in compassion and evidence-based care, creating a safe, collaborative space where young people can explore their thoughts, strengthen coping skills, and build a foundation for long-term well-being. Kathryn’s clinical focus includes treating ADHD, anxiety, and depression, as well as supporting children with behavioral challenges. She uses developmentally informed strategies to help youth manage overwhelming emotions, improve daily functioning, and develop healthier ways of communicating and relating to others. Kathryn also offers additional support for concerns such as obsessive-compulsive symptoms, school avoidance, and the need for creative or expressive outlets in the therapeutic process. A meaningful aspect of Kathryn’s work centers on creative arts and expressive therapy. She is passionate about integrating art, play, movement, and imaginative techniques to help children and teens express feelings they may not yet have words for. This approach allows her to meet young clients at their level, fostering emotional expression, self-discovery, and empowerment in ways that feel natural and engaging. Kathryn incorporates a range of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapy, and mindfulness practices. She also works with individuals with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, tailoring therapy to each person’s strengths, sensory needs, and learning style. She offers additional therapeutic modalities to ensure treatment remains flexible, creative, and responsive. Outside the therapy room, Kathryn enjoys exploring art and music, spending time in nature, gardening, gaming, traveling, and journaling. These passions fuel her creativity and deepen her ability to connect authentically with the young people she supports.