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I am a licensed clinical social worker in the states of California, Maine, South Carolina, and Texas with over 5 years of postgraduate experience in the field, with a MSW from the University of Southern California. Prior to providing care on the Better Help platform, I worked as a psychiatric social worker in the second largest jail in the nation. The work I performed at the jail was largely triage and crises management based. I worked the entire frontline of the pandemic, and am witnessing firsthand the effects this pandemic has had on the public's functioning. As a result, my passion shifted from a highly institutionalized setting to getting back into the community where I started.
My experience in social work predates graduate school as my interest in the human behavioral sciences led me through many majors. During my last year in undergraduate school, I left Criminal Justice studies to graduate with a degree in Sociology from Long Beach State. My transition through various fields of study mirrors my scope of practice today which is varied and wide. My lens of practice during graduate school included a concentration in children, youth, and families, with a sub-concentration in school social work. The various populations I have served during the past 5 years include those without homes, trauma survivors, families, children, single adult women, single adult men, LGBTQ+ youth and adults, along with the incarcerated male population. As a sociologist first and a social worker second, my lens of practice is shaped through years of personal and professional life experience.
My approach to therapy can best be described as within a traditional framework but with an unconventional approach. My style of interaction is tailored to the client meaning I will meet you exactly where you are at. I am a firm believer in the understanding that we are all the experts of our own experiences. As such, my therapy style is client focused with an overarching structure of solution focused therapy, and problem solving therapy. The lens I use within this framework is through that of a trauma informed approach, with a humanistic foundation.
Self-empowerment resides within each of us, and I would be honored to be a part of the journey you seek to establish your best self. I look forward to becoming a part of your life expedition!
Professional experience
5yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment Issues, Body Image, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Dependent Personality, Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and Shame, Immigration Issues, Isolation/Loneliness, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Money and Financial Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Phobias, Post-traumatic Stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-Harm, Self-Love, Sexuality, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Somatization, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues, Young Adult Issues
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Caitlin has been such a huge help and relief for me these past few years. I’m so grateful to have found such a competent therapist
Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Caitlin for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and addictions
She has always listened to my input on what my own experience and helps me talk through those issues with respect and understanding
Written on Dec 12, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, trauma and abuse, adhd, and lgbt
My therapist has been a huge support to me and has been a constant to help me to continue to grow and work thru issues.
Written on Nov 15, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Caitlin is incredible as a therapist, as it was my first time working with a therapist I was nervous and unsure what to expect. Caitlin quickly put me at ease and has really helped me to feel like myself again. Having someone who understands complex dynamics and is always kind and thoughtful in her approach to each conversation. So lucky to have found her!
Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, coping with life changes, and coaching
I have recommended Better Help and especially Caitlin to several friends and family, I have two friends that joined because of the positive impact Caitlin has made in my life. I am very grateful to have found such a wonderful and competent therapist.
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
I love the chat feature that we can communicate in the moment and not just wait for the therapy session!
Written on Oct 19, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Couldn’t ask for anyone better than her
Written on Oct 13, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Caitlyn fits with me very well. I’m not sure how BetterHelp does its matching, but it worked on the first attempt for me. Caitlyn is a perfect balance of listening, interpreting, and informing. She is gentle and kind, but also straightforward and direct. She can clearly see connections that I routinely miss, and helps me understand them, and then offers a new way of looking at things in another light. But she keeps these insights to a manageable frequency, so that I am never overwhelmed. She also remembers an amazing depth of detail. I will be discussing a current event in my life and she will effortlessly relate it to something that came up many weeks earlier, and show me the pattern. This makes me feel like she is truly invested in me, which makes working with her so easy and useful. She is a wonderful person and a great therapist.
Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
You rock
Written on Jul 11, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Caitlin is wonderful at breaking down situations and creating easily digestible tools to use in future situations. Caitlin is always punctual, respectful, and makes a consistent effort to help. Thank you for all your help and tools provided for my healing journey Caitlyn!
Written on Jun 21, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
To say Caitlin is good at what she does, doesn’t even begin to cover the amazing work she is doing here. I can’t express enough how thankful I am for her help throughout my healing journey. She has been with me every step of the way and while it has been far from easy she has remained a consistent and encouraging part of this whole process. Caitlin’s ability to connect and make me feel heard, understood, and safe while working through some of my most difficult times has made such a huge impact on my life and I am so grateful to have connected with her. I highly recommend Caitlin to anyone struggling and looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist.
Written on Jun 10, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She has been truly amazing. She provide a honest and open place to collaborate on my mental health. She allows me to control the process that I need and assist me when I’m comfortable or uncomfortable.
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Caitlin is a great listener and asks questions that help guide the conversation. She has been providing the support I need outside friends and family!
Written on Apr 11, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She’s the best.. I ♥️ her
Written on Mar 23, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder
Her questions open my eyes to the things I am overlooking or misinterpreting. Sometimes its simple things but they help me to conquer, rethink, reevaluate or just understand a little better my emotions. Then I can be in a little more control instead of being controlled by emotions.
Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
She’s amazing and super helpful.
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Caitlin is easy to talk to. She responds with compassion and empathy. I was afraid of being judged, but she made it easy for me to share.
Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Caitlin has provided such an incredible space of empowerment and non-judgement during our sessions. Her ability to listen and provide tools has made my experience in therapy very enjoyable. Most importantly she has supported me through big life transitions, giving me the guidance to take on my decision making with confidence and ease. I highly recommend working with Caitlin!
Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Caitlin is very kind and perceptive. She always allows me to share and explore my trauma in my own time, and I feel comfortable to share all my weirdness with her. She always asks questions I'm unprepared for, which are the best type of questions.
Written on Jan 15, 2022 after therapy with Caitlin for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
she's awesome. im blessed to be working with her
Written on Dec 29, 2021 after therapy with Caitlin for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and trauma and abuse
I had never done therapy before and heard from friends that it took a while to find someone who resonated with you and could actually be helpful. So I truly lucked out with Caitlin as my first therapist. She is so welcoming, non-judgmental, and easy to talk to. Talking about tough subjects felt safe with her and it has really helped my journey, especially my journey in the LGBT community. I highly recommend Caitlin.
Written on Dec 29, 2021 after therapy with Caitlin for 1 month on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Caitlin was so so great to work with. She helped me understand how to deal with a big life change and we always had the best conversations! Never left a session without laughing and feeling better after talking with her.
Written on Dec 20, 2021 after therapy with Caitlin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Caitlin has been a great support and appreciate her insight as well as thought provoking questions to further explore. She provides a safe and comfortable space for me to share my challenges in life.
Written on Dec 14, 2021 after therapy with Caitlin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
She’s made the experience positive and painless. I’m so glad to be connected with Caitlin
Written on Oct 05, 2021 after therapy with Caitlin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
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