- 30 years experience
- Hospice and end-of-life
- Stress and anxiety
About Catherine
Her practice includes care for people navigating isolation, social anxiety, and recovery after domestic violence. She helps people untangle codependency patterns and family-of-origin issues. She also provides counseling related to hospice and end-of-life concerns, offering time for reflection and meaning during major life transitions.
Catherine brings a compassionate, culturally aware approach to sessions. She pays attention to faith and spirituality when that matters to a person. Her work centers on listening closely and honoring each person’s values and strengths.
Therapy with her tends to be collaborative and practical. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and helps clients set clear goals. Sessions focus on coping skills, improving communication, and reducing symptoms that interfere with daily life.
People who choose Catherine often want steady, experienced guidance for long-standing problems or sudden crises. She aims to help clients feel heard, build resilience, and move toward more manageable days. To begin, clients follow the site’s matching process and schedule according to availability.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Washington
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online work
Many of Catherine's sessions draw on well-supported therapeutic techniques that focus on present concerns and measurable change. Cognitive-behavioral approaches help people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can ease anxiety, panic, and low mood. Trauma-informed methods emphasize safety, pacing, and rebuilding a sense of control after traumatic events, which is useful for those recovering from abuse or PTSD.Finding the right approach is collaborative. Catherine will work with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences. She listens to what matters most, adjusts methods over time, and helps clients track progress so the plan can change if it isn't working.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - sessions can be scheduled around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. It can also reduce travel time and allow steady contact during major life transitions like end-of-life planning or caregiving stress. Ask about available session formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can pick the arrangement that fits your routine.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Catherine commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, family problems, self-esteem, ADHD, and related issues such as panic attacks, isolation, and caregiver stress.
What is her general therapy style?
Her approach is collaborative and compassionate, grounded in evidence-based techniques and focused on listening, setting goals, and teaching practical coping skills.
How long has she been practicing clinically?
She has 30 years of clinical experience working with people facing a wide range of life challenges and transitions.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds a LICSW and practices in Washington state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.