As a licensed clinical psychologist in California with 18 years of professional experience, I am dedicated to helping my clients navigate life's challenges with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My extensive work has equipped me with the skills to support individuals facing stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and anger management.
I believe that each person is unique, and I take great care in tailoring our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your specific needs. My approach is grounded in evidence-based treatment modalities, ensuring that you receive the most effective support. For clients presenting with stress and anxiety, I often help individual's identify and reframe negative thought patterns, as well as utilize Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to cultivate a sense of calm and presence.
When working on relationship issues, I help couples and individuals strengthen their emotional bonds and improve communication. For parenting challenges, I help client's foster healthy family dynamics and build stronger, more resilient relationships between parents and children.
In addressing anger management, I integrate techniques to help clients develop healthier ways of expressing and managing their emotions. I believe in a collaborative process where we work together to achieve your goals and enhance your well-being.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can be an act of courage, and I am proud of you for beginning this journey. I am here to support you every step of the way, and I look forward to working together to create a path toward greater peace and fulfillment in your life.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
CA Psychologist 22642
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She is very understanding. Let’s me say what I have to say and listens. She also provided very good tools for myself and my moments when I have anxiety
Written on Jul 13, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Kathy is absolutely amazing!!!!
Written on Jul 05, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I have now been working with Kathy for 7 months, and this work has been transformative. She is empathetic and leads with compassion, attentiveness and such expertise. Her communication is fantastic and timely and there’s not a day where I don’t feel supported. I am above and beyond grateful to have been working with her these past months. My quality of life has improved and I truly feel more equipped for the challenges of life because of the tools we’ve worked on during our sessions. She is such a gem.
Written on Jul 05, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She’s very sweet and considerate! She constantly checks in which means a lot and in session I feel safe expressing my feelings. I feel understood by her and learn from her input and what she has taught me so far! I highly recommend her to anyone seeking out therapy!!
Written on Jul 02, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, and anger management
Kathleen is the best and genuinely cares. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone seeking help.
Thank you Dr. Kathy!
Written on Jul 01, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Dr. Kathy is amazing. I’ve seen a huge improvement with my mental health since seeing her. She is very thoughtful, professional, and caring.
Written on Jun 14, 2025 after therapy with Kathleen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes