Katherine Butler

My communication style

My communication style is direct, warm, and deeply attuned. I am not a therapist who sits quietly and nods while you talk-I'm engaged, curious, and responsive. I bring a human, relatable presence into the room. I'm comfortable using humor when it fits, asking thoughtful questions, and acknowledging the complexity of what you are facing.

My journey to mental healthcare

I started therapy myself during a difficult period of my life. With therapy, I was able to see my way out of this situation and into a new, more positive life. I became a therapist because I wanted to give what I had received. In my previous life, I was a music teacher; I still hold a strong connection to the arts.

My goals for you

I help clients reach their goals by combining insight, emotional attunement, and practical strategies. We start by getting clear on what you're struggling with and what you want to shift. Then we break those goals down into steps that feel realistic and doable.

Our first session

It's truly a "meet and greet" in the best sense: low pressure, honest, and human. Some people laugh, some people cry, and many do a bit of both. There's no expectation to have everything figured out or to present yourself perfectly. My job in that first session is to help you feel comfortable and begin shaping a direction for our work together.

I identify as...

• Female, Cis
• Caucasian or White
• Agnostic, Atheist, Christian, Interfaith, Unitarian Universalism