I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in California, and have lived here more than anyplace else in my life. I have worked in mental health field over 20 years, (then I stopped counting!)
I work with adults over 18 years of age up to what ever age you have achieved. I try not to pay attention to that "older person nonsense!" How would you be if you didn't know the day you were born?
I work with clients with trauma, such as with veterans, or those with past child abuse, or those who have been in traumatic car accidents, and so on; grief and loss, depression, OCD, anxiety, couples' issues-(one of you, or the both of ya) PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), bipolar disorder, and SMI (seriously mentally ill). Among other things, just write it down and send it to me, and we'll see what we can do.
I specialize in CBT-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Therapy,
CPT-Cognitive Processing Therapy; Couples' work; Reflective Listening; Prolonged Exposure Therapy; DBT; Mindfulness; Motivational Interviewing, and Relaxation skills.
My best strength is my compassion for helping you achieve your goals, and get where you want to in your life. I find therapy to be an interactive and collaborative effort--we are in this together.
Additional areas of focus: Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
CA LCSW 19669
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Cathy is a wonderful and supportive therapist. I really appreciate her help while I am going through a tough and uncertain time with a family illness. She listens to me and asks thoughtful questions. She provides tools and exercises I can use any time to refocus my energy and feel less overwhelmed. And she checks in on how I'm doing between sessions.
Written on Jul 11, 2026 after therapy with Catherine for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Great therapist. Very patient and compassionate.
Written on Jun 24, 2026 after therapy with Catherine for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties