Kathleen Boyd

I believe that it is in the living of life, experiencing loss, challenge, failure and especially pain that real growth can happen.

My life has known its own adversity, including the sudden death of my only child. I have experienced more pain that I ever thought possible to survive. It is excruciatingly clear to me how vulnerable we all are at any moment in this journey of life. Each day I strive to lean into what is difficult to make space for what is possible. I would ask the same of those I work with. My goal is to support you reaching yours.

With more than 14 years of clinical experience serving youth, adults and families, I have been privileged to witness amazing transformations with those who had given up hope in themselves and others. It is truly my pleasure to see each person for who they “are” versus who they are “not”, walking beside them no matter how difficult the circumstance. I believe we are so much more than where we find ourselves at this one moment.

My approach to therapy is eclectic - where one size does not fit all, but adapts to the individual, their needs and goals as well as the pace they are ready to embrace.

I strive to be collaborative, strengths- based, weaving in mindfulness, wellness and the whole person in our work together.

Typically, I encourage looking back to one’s family of origin to better understand how we arrived where we are - focusing on insight, not judgment. Trauma and how it impacts our view of ourselves, other people and the world around us is central in the work I do.

Those I work with ideally should come away with specific skills to manage difficult life experiences and emotions more effectively in the moment.

Additionally, I strive to support each person I work with to increase personal insight, strengthen self-compassion, while releasing self-judgment that often blocks our movement forward.