About Katie

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. I received my Master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills. Before opening my private practice, I gained experience in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health, and the university setting.

My therapeutic orientation is person-centered, also known as client-centered or Rogerian. What this means is that as your therapist, I will prioritize building rapport with you because I see you as a unique individual and I believe your input is invaluable to the therapeutic process. Although I am always operating from my person-centered orientation, I may also include elements of CBT, DBT, and parts work into our sessions. For couple’s counseling, I also include both Gottman and EFT interventions.

On a personal note, I am an extrovert and spending time with my family and friends recharges me. I am a big self-care fan (bring on all the face masks and aromatherapy) and I’m too indecisive to stick to one hobby for long. In my down time, you can find me taking a mental health walk, binge watching a show with my husband, or trying to bond with my cute but temperamental parrot, Paco.

Therapeutic Lens and Therapy Interventions

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My Credentials

License: Licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) #143353
Degree: MS Marriage and Family Therapy
University: California State University, Dominguez Hills

  • Veronica P, LMFT

    “Katie has been a colleague of mine in our field for the past few years and has always stood out as a genuine, nonjudgmental, and compassionate therapist with a very calming presence. She understands the difficulty of vulnerability and it's clear she wants the absolute best for all of her clients.”

  • Ashley J, LMFT

    "Any time I sit with Katie I experience such a warm, calm and open presence in her. She is one of the top clinicians I choose to collaborate with as she is diligent in her research, thorough in all aspects of her work and regards her clients with such care and respect. 10 out of 10 recommend!"

  • Megan E, LMFT

    "Katie is a kind, compassionate, and effective therapist. She is particularly skilled in helping individuals and couples experiencing relationship distress, including challenges related to communication and infidelity."

Finding the right fit is important.

I offer complimentary 20 minute phone consultations so that we can get to know each other before you sign up for your first appointment.