About Kathleen Musca
Focus areas
Anxiety
Codependency
Relationship Struggles
Burnout
Depression
Stress
Childhood Trauma
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Brainspotting
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Emotionally Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Kathleen Musca
I’m Kathleen Musca, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing supportive, mindful therapy to teens and adults. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, grief, trauma, self-esteem, and the many ways life can sometimes feel overwhelming.
My approach is relational, integrative, and individualized. I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness-based, trauma-focused, interpersonal, narrative, strengths-based therapies, and Brainspotting. Brainspotting can be especially helpful for clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or have tried traditional talk therapy but want to work more directly with the emotional and physiological impact of difficult experiences.
I believe therapy should provide both support and forward movement. Many clients begin to experience some relief early in the therapeutic process as they gain understanding, develop practical tools, and begin addressing what is contributing to their symptoms. At the same time, lasting change often takes time, practice, and a willingness to explore deeper patterns.
My goal is to create a safe, authentic space where you feel heard without judgment while also helping you make meaningful changes. Therapy isn't about “fixing” you or becoming someone you're not. It's about understanding yourself more deeply, feeling better in the present, and developing the tools and resilience to navigate life more effectively moving forward.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You don’t need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. You don’t even need to know exactly what you need help with. We can start wherever you are and figure it out together.
My style is warm, open, direct, and conversational. I listen carefully and without judgment, but I’m also willing to challenge you when I think it could be helpful. Therapy with me is collaborative—you are the expert on your own life, and I bring clinical knowledge, perspective, curiosity, and support to the process. There is also plenty of room for humor in healing. Therapy can be meaningful and hard work without feeling stiff or overly formal.
I believe you should be able to feel some movement early in therapy. We’ll focus on what is most important to you right now and look for ways to help you feel better and function more effectively from the beginning. Depending on your needs, this might include practical coping strategies, mindfulness, changing unhelpful thought patterns, or Brainspotting.
Brainspotting is a powerful mind-body approach that can help people process experiences and emotions that feel difficult to resolve through talking alone. It can be particularly helpful when you understand something intellectually but still feel stuck emotionally or physically.
While some relief can happen relatively quickly, deeper and more lasting change usually develops over time. My goal is to help you experience meaningful progress now while also addressing the underlying patterns that brought you to therapy in the first place.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our work begins with getting to know you—not just what brings you to therapy, but who you are, what matters to you, and what you hope will be different. Early sessions are focused on understanding what is happening, identifying your most important concerns, and finding ways to help you begin feeling better.
I don't believe you have to wait months to experience a benefit from therapy. We’ll identify practical ways to address your current symptoms and challenges while also looking at the patterns or experiences contributing to them. Many clients experience some symptom relief early on, even as deeper work continues.
Depending on your needs and goals, our work may include traditional talk therapy, practical coping skills, mindfulness, cognitive and behavioral strategies, relationship work, or Brainspotting. Brainspotting is a mind-body therapy that can be particularly useful for trauma, overwhelming emotions, and experiences where you feel “stuck” despite understanding them intellectually.
As therapy progresses, we’ll continue to evaluate what is helping and adjust our approach accordingly. Sometimes the work is about feeling better in the here and now; sometimes it involves processing deeper experiences, changing longstanding patterns, or developing a different relationship with yourself.
My goal is to balance both: helping you get some relief and traction early while creating the deeper, lasting changes that allow you to feel more capable and resilient long after therapy ends.
Kathleen Musca, LCSW is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $175 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $175 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
I reserve a number of sliding scale spots for clients who may need a lower rate for a period of time to fit their budget. I also provide superbills that clients can submit to their insurance providers for reimbursement if that is a benefit they have on their plan.
Office location
Kathleen Musca, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Brown School at Washington University, Master's in Clinical Social Work
NPI number
1528648581
How soon can I make an appointment with Kathleen Musca?
Generally, Kathleen Musca has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Kathleen Musca's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Kathleen Musca accepting new patients?
Kathleen Musca generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Kathleen Musca's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Kathleen Musca accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Kathleen Musca online?
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What practice does Kathleen Musca work with?
Kathleen Musca works with New Leaf Counseling STL.
Where is Kathleen Musca's office located?
Kathleen Musca has 3 office locations, including in Newtonia, St. Louis, and Spillertown, view full addresses on Kathleen Musca's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Kathleen Musca?
Kathleen Musca frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kathleen Musca on their profile.
What languages does Kathleen Musca speak?
Kathleen Musca speaks English.