A Little About Myself It’s important that we connect and understand each other, so here’s a little bit about me.

I’m the eldest daughter in an immigrant family, which means I learned responsibility early on and understand the stress of trying to balance life while still making space for yourself.

I truly believe in the importance of self-care and strive to help others prioritize their mental well-being amidst the chaos of everyday life.

Becoming a therapist just made sense for me. I’ve always been the person friends turn to when they needed a real and unbiased check of their situation. I realized that listening and supporting others was not only something I loved -it is part of who I am.

I value connection, authenticity, and use humor (when appropriate) so clients can feel seen and supported for who they are.

More than just my work:

Outside of my work, I enjoy reading, traveling, baking, and spending time outdoors - especially relaxing by the beach - my happy place!

I cherish time with my family and friends and I’m also a big sports fan. Rugby is my favorite sport, and I proudly cheer for the New Zealand All Blacks!

Me, As Your Therapist Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, and lonely at times. It’s like no matter how many lists you make, or how organized you are – nothing seems to be getting done.

Many of my clients come to me this way and often feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to manage the different facets of their lives.

My passion is to help – and therapy is just my path to do it.

Though I do enjoy talk therapy – with me you will get more direct communication and less of the other therapeutic fluff that many other therapists rely on.

Together, we’ll create a comfortable, open, and no BS environment where you can express your truth openly without judgment.

I believe in the power of regulating the nervous system, understanding your emotions, and learning how to sit with discomfort rather than avoiding it. Emotions play out differently for everyone, so helping you recognize how yours do is often the first step in getting relief.

My goal is to help you feel more grounded, empowered, in control of your life – and ultimately not need to see me anymore. No one wants to be in therapy forever, and I understand and encourage this!

For Parents:

Seeing your child struggle with their emotions, social interactions, behaviors, and school work can be hard. I like to work with my kiddos one on one, as well as with the parents so that everyone can learn to communicate in a way that each understands.

Whether it’s parenting a neurodivergent child who just won’t listen, dealing with your own anxiety or depression, or having issues communicating with your partner – you do not have to figure this out alone.

If you’re ready to put in some work, hash out your issues, and get your life back, reach out and schedule a free Discovery Call with me today.

Client Focus: Children (7+), Teens, Adults, and Couples

Types of Therapy: ADHD, Couples Therapy, Anxiety and Grief

Issues: Neurodivergence, Oppositional Defiant Children, Couples Issues, First Responders, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Personality Disorders, Adjustment disorders, Sleep Issues, Grief Counseling.

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A Little About Myself

The thing that my family, my friends and my clients all agree on is that everywhere I go - I am the same person. Whether you are a client meeting me in a first therapy session, a family member laughing with me across the dinner table, a stranger chatting with me in line at the grocery store, if you interacted with me any one of these places you would recognize me anywhere.

Sure, I’ve learned all kinds of skills, boundaries, strengths and tricks of the trade for each place or role I find myself in. But in a very true sense, I don’t know how to be anyone other than the real, 100%, Katie.

I went to college for a total of 9 years (and no, I’m not a doctor). I’m a parent who was working AND surviving. It took me another 5 years working in the field to get my License to practice Marriage and Family Therapy. So yes, when I went back to finish my undergrad degree at 30 years old, I had about a 10 year plan and am overjoyed to have reached that goal in 2024.

My kids both think that you go to college till you’re thirty-something because that is what they knew their parents were doing after work when they were little. I have worked my ass off to get where I am today in my career.

I do my job well, and work hard to make sure I can keep doing it well. I have an amazing support system both within and surrounding me that keeps me filled with comfort, love, fun and enjoyment. I am acutely aware of just how much has been poured into me over my lifetime by the people that raised me, married me or joined me on my journey and I am determined not to waste a single ounce of it.

For Fun:

Sarcasm is my love language.

I love to host family gatherings and parties where I force everybody to play party games or dance.

I love cats, particularly kittens though I don’t currently own any. I relate to their endless curiosity, their playfulness and love of cozy places in the sun.

I love to hike- but don’t call me a hiker because I like to keep expectations reasonable.

I am a singer and yes, I would sing or make music with you in a session, if you’re interested.

I have a history of getting way too competitive over stupid games, especially if there’s a prize involved.

Me, As Your Therapist

Let’s get one thing straight - Change is HARD.

It’s scary, anxiety ridden, sad, and even lonely. It can feel like no one understands what you’re going through or how exhausted you are with the current state of things. If these feelings center around your relationship, then you may also be feeling resentful, betrayed, or confused about how the person you love the most could hurt you so much or could judge you so harshly when you have been there for them time and again. If these feelings center around your child then then the ‘not-knowing-what-to-do’ to help or connect with them can fell debilitating. You’re the parent after all, aren’t us parents supposed to know what to do when things are falling apart?! No- we can only be expected to care for the basics and move toward help as best we can.

Neither marriage, parenting, nor adulthood come with a manual. Instead, I offer you company, expertise in collaboration, courage to try new approaches and above all a keen eye for making the most of every last one of your strengths!

Whether the demand for change has been thrust upon you by circumstances, or you are trying to work up the courage to begin the adventure you’ve wanted to for a long time. It is when you are on the cusp of change that a little support goes a LONG way. Clients often tell me they feel lighter and more hopeful at the end of their first session because they feel that they were finally understood.

In couples and in family counseling, when you each feel safe, understood, accepted and empowered by me as your therapist, you begin to learn how to offer that to one another. I aim to help people have a new experience of one another right in the session- so you begin to believe you are capable.

We will naturally lean into your strengths and get to work sorting through what you want and need, how you want to communicate it, and how you want to grow together. Playfulness and interest begins taking place anxiety and frustration, You learn to take risks that connect to hope and adventure rather than survival or fear.

I meet you right where you are. Want to spill your guts your first session – sure! Want to have me lead the first session and ask directive questions – great! It’s ok that you haven’t figured out exactly what to do next. You have decided you deserve to not do it alone- so let’s begin figuring it out together!

By the time you are sitting with me, you have already done a lot to help yourself get what you need.

I am ok with you sharing only a little bit about what’s going on because you still feel unsure whether to trust me. I am prepared to earn it. And let’s be real, it’s exhausting to try to fill somebody in on your whole life. But in that moment when you finally feel understood, you immediately decrease internal stress and help yourself think clearer and breathe easier.

In my work with you I will remain collaborative, but I am not afraid to be direct, especially when there are more than two people are in the room. I will help you explore what’s going on inside your head and inside your relationship, and I will also help you to learn to contain it so we can work on things at a manageable pace.

My clients never wonder about how I feel about them because I wear it on my sleeve. They can tell I enjoy them, I believe in them, and I see their strengths right along with their difficulties. They know that when they are interacting with me, they are interacting with a real human person, with a great personality – wink wink. In sessions I am responsive, interested, and validating. I am comfortable sharing my own experiences, where appropriate, and am equally comfortable getting pragmatic with planning coaching and finding solutions.

DISCLAIMER - I may not be the right therapist for you if:

You don’t like it when people cuss - sorry not sorry.

You want someone who is quiet and serious all the time

You want someone who will always agree with you- I’m not good at lying.

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I’ve worked in mental health for almost 10 years specializing in adolescents who have experienced trauma and are struggling with unsafe behaviors. I also work with their caregivers to provide them the support they need to help their teen.

Trauma affects all of us at some point and I want to help my clients regain control by taking the power away from their trauma/PTSD symptoms, and empowering my clients on their healing journey.

As far as couples work goes, I enjoy working with couples who are having a hard time with intimacy, sex, conflict, communication, and/or have experienced trauma.

Above all I value time spent with my family, friends, and fur babies.

As the wife to a first responder and mother to a young toddler, I understand the stresses that come from being a full-time, working parent while trying to take care of the child, house, pets, and clients.

Finding balance in everyday life can be hard and I’m slowly learning to practice what I preach by listening to myself and what I need weekly, even if that means doing nothing on Sunday but watching football with my family.

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I work with couples who are struggling with sexual intimacy, infidelity, communication issues, conflict issues, and those who feel disconnected from one another. I also work with adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual trauma, and relationship issues.

The most important thing I want my clients to know is helping them is my passion. There is no greater satisfaction than seeing a client tackle their problems and find peace in their life again.

Session Fee: $325

Specialties: - Sex Therapy - Trauma - First Responders - Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)

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