Kathleen Sopp, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Kathleen!

I help people understand their maladaptive behaviors and how they may be negatively impacting their lives. I'm passionate about helping you develop insight and learn healthier coping skills to live your best life.

My focus

I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship problems, codependency, intimate partner violence, grief, life transitions, and childhood trauma.

My approach

I use a trauma-informed approach focusing on cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, self-compassion, solution-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. These tools help you address self-esteem, codependency, childhood trauma, and grief.

My communication style

I create an environment where we work together to address your reasons for seeking treatment. I foster openness and trust as we mutually develop goals. I often incorporate homework assignments to help you focus on specific skills between sessions.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've always wanted to be in a helping profession. I'm driven by the idea that with the right resources, people can develop insight, let go of negative patterns, build new coping skills, practice self-forgiveness and self-love, and positively impact their lives forever.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting is highly collaborative and mutually agreed upon. I review treatment goals with you regularly to assess whether we're addressing them or if adjustments are needed.

Our first session

You can expect a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment that sets the tone for our work together. I'll share information about myself and my treatment approach.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Buddhist, Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Compassion Focused

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

LGBTQIA+

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Long Beach.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Kathleen Sopp