Catherine Yee Schwartz

My communication style

The tone is professional and caring. I offer a relaxed environment where my Support Therapy Dog is typically present. With a humanistic approach, therapy is held with respect, patience, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. Working together will feel personable, warm, and sometimes direct.

My journey to mental healthcare

I discovered my calling to help others in my early twenties, wanting to see the real person and support self-actualization. I have a large Asian multicultural, multiracial extended family, so I know family dynamics can be complex and complicated. I love to learn and continue mastering therapy, currently perfecting my trauma expertise.

My goals for you

We will approach goal setting together. It will be a therapeutic process where we identify your feelings, beliefs, and needs. We will explore your obstacles and challenges, identify options, and decide the positive actions you want to take. Goal setting includes a realistic, do-able approach with flexibility and a growth mindset.

Our first session

The first session will be both of us getting to know each other. It is an invitation for you to share whatever you need and want to share. I will get some of your personal story and history. We will decide on a tentative treatment plan, identify areas to work on, and arrive at a mutual agreement. I hope to instill connection, hope, and relief.

I identify as...

• Female
• Asian