Licensed Professional Counselor
Pronouns: she/her/hers
As no one else can know how we perceive, we are the best experts on ourselves.” – Carl Rogers
Katie is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about providing affirming, individualized care for clients navigating ADHD, Autism, personality disorders, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. She values meeting clients exactly where they are and walking alongside them in a collaborative, goal-oriented process that respects their lived experience.
Katie offers both virtual and in-person sessions at our Alexandria location. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a focus on Special Education from Palm Beach Atlantic University. Her background includes experience across private practice, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) settings, supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Katie’s approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and an affirming, relational lens. Drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based strategies, she tailors interventions to each client’s needs. She is trained in EMDR and certified in Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), which allows her to integrate trauma-informed care throughout the therapeutic process.
As a neurodivergent-affirming and gender-affirming clinician, Katie believes therapy should be a safe, empowering space that honors each person’s identity, strengths, and goals. Her work is informed by Adlerian and person-centered philosophies, with a focus on cultivating insight, skill-building, and self-compassion to support lasting growth.
Katie is currently accepting new clients and is available Tuesday through Saturday. Reach out today to see if working with Katie might be the right next step in your journey.