Kathryn Ridgeway

Hello! I’m Katie, a clinical social worker based in Portland, Oregon. I provide counseling for individuals from young adulthood through the later years of life, supporting clients through the unique challenges and transitions that arise at every stage.

I believe healing happens through connection; connection to ourselves, to our bodies, and to the people who matter most. When we understand the connection between the mind and body, we can begin to heal not only our thoughts and emotions, but also the ways our experiences have shaped our nervous system and overall well-being. Therapy offers a space to better understand your experiences, develop greater self-awareness, and strengthen the internal resources needed to move forward with greater resilience and authenticity.

Whether you are seeking support for trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting, or a significant life transition, my goal is to provide a compassionate, collaborative environment where you feel safe to explore, heal, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I am a trauma informed, collaborative therapist. I view therapy through an attachment-focused, person-centered, and relational lens. Humans are wired for connection, and our relationships, with ourselves and others, play a powerful role in our healing.

I believe we all have the capacity for growth, resilience, and change. Whether your journey is self-directed or prompted by life's challenges, I strive to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe, understood, and empowered.

Together, we build on your existing strengths while developing the internal and external

resources needed to support your healing journey.

In our first session, you can expect to go over your personal history, your motivation for coming to therapy, and the goals you hope to achieve. There is no pressure to share anything you are not ready to discuss. Our first session is about beginning to build a strong therapeutic relationship.

Think of it as reviewing the headlines of your story; touching on the most important parts while leaving plenty of time for us to explore the deeper aspects together as we move through the therapeutic process.

Throughout our time together, you will have opportunities to ask questions, share anything you feel is important for me to know, and let me know if there is anything you need to feel more comfortable in the therapy process. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and able to move at a pace that feels right for you.