Well Within Therapy

Hello! My name is Katie, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Supervisor (LCSW-S) with over ten years’ experience supporting people navigating some of life’s most difficult and beautiful parts.

I primarily work with people navigating anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, relationships challenges, peri- and postpartum stages, and trauma. A large part of my work has been with individuals and families impacted by human trafficking (sex and/or labor) and other forms of exploitation and harm. While my approach is largely rooted in evidence-based treatments, every therapy is tailored to the person in front of me. I firmly believe every person and their experience is unique and deserves to be understood as such. I aim to understand the larger systems that shape who and where we are today.

In our work together, I will strive to provide a safe, affirming, and supportive environment for you to navigate, process, and explore your emotions and experiences. Through the therapeutic process, I hope you will strengthen the insights and skills inherent to you and develop others that support whatever change you seek. I hope you will feel better equipped to confront and manage life’s challenges, as well as wholly celebrate the wins!

About Me

In 2014, I graduated from St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX with a BS in Social Work. In 2015, I returned to Houston and graduated from the University of Houston’s Graduate College of Social Work with a MS in Social Work.

My first post-graduate experience in social work was as a case manager for an anti-human trafficking program within a refugee resettlement agency. I worked primarily in the community, home, school, and juvenile detention settings. To gain more clinical experience and in the hopes of effecting change in the arena of mental health, I began work with a hospital-based anti-trafficking program. There, I spent several years supporting individuals navigate the health care system, receive trauma-informed psychiatric care, and access supportive services. Since being in private practice, I have enjoyed collaborating with, and learning from, the people I serve. While trauma remains my therapeutic focus, I have experience treating relationship and familial challenges, depression, anxiety, women’s (and human) issues, adjustment difficulties, and more.

Outside of sessions, I am most likely spending time with family, friends, and my rescued boxer-pit, exploring coffee shops, or listening to one of my favorite podcasts, Maintenance Phase!

Services

  • Therapy is meant to be a safe and supportive space for you to explore, process, and navigate whatever may feel too heavy or complicated to approach alone.

    There are many benefits to therapy, including, but not limited to, the development of healthy communication skills and boundaries, increased resilience and resourcefulness, a better understanding of emotions, a stronger mind-body connection, recognizing and appreciating your own strength, and more.

    Whether you enter therapy for the short or long haul, my hope is that you are able to hone the skills and insights inherent to you and gain additional tools that will aid in living a life you enjoy.

    Fee: $150 (sliding scale available)

    Insurances accepted: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, United, and more.

    Currently offering telehealth sessions only. I am more than happy to provide a superbill if you are interested in seeking reimbursement from your insurance plan.

  • Evaluations are available for individuals seeking asylum and/or other forms of immigration relief.

    Psychological evaluations can provide evidentiary support for those seeking protection by offering a comprehensive account of a person’s biological, psychological, and social experiences. In some cases, mental health diagnoses and treatment recommendations may also be included.

    Important distinction: Psychological evaluations are not the same as psychological testing, which involves the administration of various measures to determine a person’s functional capacities.

    Evaluations are available by video or in-person, as needed. Please contact me for information on evaluation fees and pro-bono options.

  • As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in direct clinical services and program development and coordination, I offer a range of consultation services tailored to meet the unique needs of organizations, agencies, and professionals. My services are designed to support and enhance your capacity to provide effective care and develop policies and procedures that promote best practices.

    Services include:

    • Training & Technical Assistance

    • Presentations & Workshops

    • Policy & Procedural Development

    • Case Consultation & Clinical Support

     

  • Individual and group clinical supervision is available to Licensed Master Social Workers pursuing their clinical license in the state of Texas. Supervision focuses on professional development, ethics exploration and application, case conceptualization, and more.

    Please contact me for availability and pricing.

Let’s chat!