Kate is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Connecticut. Kate holds a degree in psychology from Boston University and an MSW from Yeshiva University. Kate pursued further training in her area of specialization, marriage and family therapy, from the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC.

Kate believes in a values driven, strength based approach that helps individuals, couples, parents and families meet their goals. Kate creates a warm, compassionate and collaborative environment using a combination of evidence based therapeutic models to help parents and their children feel heard and understood in a non-judgmental, supportive, safe environment.

Kate has worked extensively with families of adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression and eating disorders. Kate works with parents, teens and families to identify disruptive patterns of behavior and to communicate effectively during times of change, crisis and beyond. In her work, Kate utilizes a goal-oriented approach to assist her clients in creating the social, emotional and/or physical changes that will bring wellness, stability and peace.

Kate brings her empathy, curiosity and humor to every therapeutic relationship. She looks to make patients feel positive and confident about the work they are doing, helping them find balance and feel good as individuals and in their relationships with others.