Kaitlin Kay, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Kaitlin!

I welcome all individuals who seek to be active participants in their treatment and reach their full potential. Whether you're navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or mental health concerns, I'm here to support your journey toward growth and healing.

My focus

I work with children, preteens, teens, and adults facing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and PTSD, family conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, panic attacks, self-harming, suicidal ideation, LGBTQIA+ issues, and pregnancy or postpartum concerns.

My approach

My practice focuses on self-awareness and understanding how the past influences the present. Using CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness-based, trauma-focused, and family systems approaches, I help you see changes that impact how you interact with the world and build a foundation for a more enriched life.

My communication style

I provide a safe environment for us to explore what you need to move forward. While it's not always easy, we'll work together towards self-reflection and empowerment, identifying strengths and abilities to support your growth.

My journey to mental healthcare

I completed my clinical training working with diverse populations facing complex challenges. This experience deepened my commitment to providing compassionate, effective care and helping people find their path to healing and personal growth.

My goals for you

Through our work together, I aim to help you develop greater self-awareness, coping skills, and the ability to make positive changes that improve your life and relationships. I'm committed to providing a supportive, non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll discuss what brings you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. I'll ask questions to understand your background and current challenges, which helps me tailor my approach to your needs. We'll also discuss the therapy process, confidentiality, and any concerns you have.

I identify as...

Female
Middle Eastern, Caucasian or White
Jewish

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Psychodynamic

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Interpersonal

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma Focused

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

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

Kaitlin Kay