Katie Chin

Welcome to Bayside Counseling! I'm Katie Chin, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 17 years experience serving the Greater Milwaukee area. I've worked across behavioral health levels—including inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs—gaining a comprehensive view of client challenges.

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A Wisconsin native, I earned my BA in Psychology and Criminology from Marquette University (2005) and MA in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (2009). Between degrees, I worked as a Montessori assistant teacher, fueling my passion for child development and family support.

My foundation in assessment skills and evidence-based therapies—Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention—began during graduate studies and sharpened over 15 years at Rogers Behavioral Health Hospital. I take a client-centered approach, applying practical strategies for anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skills, relational stress, chronic pain, and behavioral goals. I work with children (ages 3+), adolescents, young adults, midlife, and older adults—each life phase uniquely special.

Clients can expect a welcoming, low pressure first session focused on building rapport and sharing information to better understand their needs. The initial intake lasts about 60-75 minutes and covers your psychosocial history, goals, and practical details of treatment without jumping into deep work. Free 20-minute consults are also available to ensure I'm the right clinical fit for your needs.