About me
I am an older, licensed professional counselor who has 15-years experience working with clients who have substance use and/or domestic violence issues. I am semi-retired, working part-time for BetterHelp and part-time as a homemaker. I have a Christian background, but I am not "a Christian counselor." As I grow older, my psycho-spiritual practice continues to evolve. I am comfortable working with clients of any faith or persuasion, including agnostics or atheists. I value any positives in the books and peoples of the various religions, and other valuable books and peoples, seeing them as "mythopoetic" helpers along the way. My undergraduate degree was in psychology, with a minor in philosophy. My graduate psychology degree was grounded in humanistic, existential, phenomenological (subjective experience), and transpersonal studies. I will respect your lived experience, and I will professionally accompany you toward clarifying and realizing your goals in life. I strive to offer a non-judgmental, safe, and nurturing space for our work together.
Professional experience
15yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Isolation/Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Self-Love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy
License information
GA LPC LPC004987
TX LPC 69306
Reviews
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Kathryn is a lovely person who listens and validates you throughout the session!
Written on Nov 11, 2022 after therapy with Kathryn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I have enjoyed working with Kathryn. She has helped me to reflect and look at things differently. Her worksheets requires a person to reflect and analyze ones actions, and to find a solution. She is a good listener and makes me smile when I am down.
Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Kathryn for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Kathryn is quick to listen and slow to speak. She has great insight and encouragement and I really love healing with her in my corner.
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Kathryn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Absolutely enjoyed every session with Kathy. She is very empathetic and had a few relatable stories to share (which I really appreciated). The tools she provided me for my anxiety were very helpful, however, Kathy had a greater impact regarding my Christianity. I definitely would recommend Kathy to anyone but especially therapy newbies because she is very easy to talk to.
Written on Apr 15, 2022 after therapy with Kathryn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes