Kathryn Powers

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a Master of Social Work from Walden University, which I earned in 2021. I have over five years of experience providing mental health services in both community health and school-based settings, with a primary focus on supporting children and adolescents.

For the past five years, I have worked as a school-based mental health provider across elementary, middle, and high school settings. Through this experience, I have had the opportunity to work with young people experiencing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and life challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and difficulties with emotional regulation and coping. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and incorporate evidence-based approaches while tailoring treatment to each client's individual needs, developmental level, and strengths.

My goal is to help children and adolescents understand themselves more fully, develop healthy coping and communication skills, and recognize the strengths they already possess. I believe meaningful therapeutic progress begins with feeling safe enough to be yourself.

I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based. I work to build genuine connections with my clients and meet them where they are, helping them develop practical tools and greater confidence as they navigate life's challenges.

My goal during our first session is to help you feel comfortable, welcomed, and understood.

Our first session is primarily an opportunity for us to get to know one another. I’ll spend time learning about what brought you to therapy, what has been challenging, and what you hope will be different as a result of counseling. We’ll also talk about your strengths, interests, relationships, and the things that are important to you.