I am a mental health therapist of over 15 years licensed in both South Dakota and New York. I enjoy assisting clients reach their life worth living, who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, impulsivity, attention difficulties, obsession and compulsions, trauma, and phobias. I am client centered and will start where you are at. I am here to help clients reduce emotional and behavioral problems to begin to reach their goals.
I have been extensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy which is a helpful and effective treatment for those with suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, emotional disregulation and confusion about self. I also have a certificate in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and work with who have anxiety and depression. I also do mindfulness training to help reduce stress and live in the moment.
Reaching out to a therapist is taking the first step towards healing and building a better life. I look forward to working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Grief, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
SD LCSW 6075
NY LCSW 079958
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Katherine is the best and helped me get through some tough times. She never makes decisions for me but asks the right questions to help me come to those conclusions. She has a heart of gold and I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with Katherine for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
She’s very present and a great listener.
Written on Jan 27, 2022 after therapy with Katherine for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
One of the kindest people I have ever met
Written on Nov 13, 2021 after therapy with Katherine for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and coping with life changes