My approach emphasizes authenticity and the idea that growth can happen while in an environment that is nourishing by providing a safe and interactive space in which to tackle difficult subjects, deep seated trauma, or to just say the things you never thought you could say out loud. I strive to cultivate a relationship with clients that is meaningful, respectful, honest, and direct, yet gentle. I am Certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and use a client-centered, humanistic approach, focusing on aspects of existentialism, mindfulness, and family-systems, while keeping careful consideration of various cultural concerns. Hi, I am Katie! I have 10 years of professional counseling experience successfully working in Public Education, Community Mental Health, Residential Care, and alongside the Justice Department providing therapeutic trauma related services to children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with anxiety, depression, and other complex trauma related symptoms. I have experience working with adults on an individual basis, both short term solution-focused and long term relationship-based, to help with life issues such as: trauma and PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, addiction, LGBTQ-specific concerns, college/young adulthood adjustment, and parenting. With a trauma-informed sensitivity, I draw my approaches and techniques from theories such as relational psychodynamic, internal systems, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness-based stress reduction. I am a psychotherapist who values the safety and sanctity inherent to the therapeutic relationship one where you are met with genuineness and acceptance. Above all else, I will be present with what you share, listening deeply to your experience and its unique meaning. I provide individual and group therapy with the focus being on overall wellness. I am the observing guide who might form connections, challenge assumptions, or help you see what is calling to be seen, prompting you to deepen your own self-understanding. Serenity Now Counseling Services, Columbus, Georgia. Person-centered implies that this process is about you and for you. This means I meet you where you are and with you identify both the obstacles and openings on the road toward your stated desired change. From a person-centered perspective, I work collaboratively with my clients.
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