Therapeutic Support & Counseling in Virginia
As a licensed counselor in the state of Virginia, Kate offers in-depth therapeutic support for those navigating anxiety, grief, relationship strain, or major life transitions. Her approach blends traditional talk therapy with somatic and sensory-based methods, offering a safe and grounded space to process emotions, restore clarity, and rebuild connection.
This work is ideal for individuals, couples, or families who are seeking more than a diagnosis or quick fix—clients who want to feel seen, supported, and gently challenged within a relational and body-centered framework.
Counseling is ideal for clients experiencing:
Counseling is ideal for clients experiencing:
What to Expect in Counseling:
Counseling sessions are available virtually or in person, depending on location, but the client(s) must be located within the state of Virginia, and be Virginia residents in order to recieve traditional counseling.
Each session draws from Kate’s integrative approach, incorporating tools such as the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), the Rest & Repair Protocol (RRP), somatic grounding practices, and attachment-based dialogue. Sessions are tailored to your unique needs, history, and pace.
The Counseling Approach
Kate’s counseling services are grounded in deep psychological care, with a focus on resolving past experiences that continue to shape current emotional health. As a trauma expert with decades of experience, she works with clients navigating mental health diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, and attachment wounds. Counseling is not the same as coaching or consulting. Counseling is clinical, diagnostic-based therapy that supports healing at the root.
Kate offers integrative, trauma-informed treatment for individuals, children, and families, combining traditional psychotherapy with modalities like Somatic Experiencing®, the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), and the Rest & Restore Protocol (RRP). Her work also includes comprehensive mental health assessments and treatment planning, especially for families dealing with complex emotional or developmental needs.
When working with children or adolescents, Kate collaborates closely with schools, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, and other para-professionals to create a holistic support network. She is particularly skilled at helping families regulate as a system, bringing nervous system awareness, emotional insight, and practical strategies into alignment.
Please note: Kate’s counseling services are private pay only and out-of-network with insurance providers. All services are offered on a self-pay basis.
How Counseling Is Different from Coaching or Consulting
It’s important to choose the right type of support based on your goals, needs, and where you are in your healing journey. While Kate offers both counseling and consulting services, they are distinct in purpose, process, and scope. Below is a helpful comparison to clarify what counseling offers and how it differs from coaching or consulting.
Counseling services are available only to residents of Virginia and are provided under Kate’s licensure as a professional counselor. All services are private pay and out-of-network with insurance providers.
Kate offers multiple forms of support, and it’s important to understand which service is right for your needs. Counseling is distinct from her consulting or coaching work in the following ways: