Katie Ortiz

First off, I am a regular person, just like you! I have been through many life experiences which led me to social work and becoming a therapist and allows me to connect with my client population. I believe I am down-to-earth, open-minded and kind. I have a strong desire to help push mental health awareness forward and normalize the need for therapeutic services for all. My background is largely based in urban and underserved communities with a focus on systemic marginalization and oppression.

I have a more 'laid back' approach than most; I find this helps me connect with my clients easier and build genuine rapport. I utilize different therapy models depending on the client's needs: CBT/TF-CBT, solution-focused, structural family therapy and strength-based to name a few.

It is my hope that clients feel seen, heard and supported and can walk away with a sense of comfort and better understanding of self. I am simply a support tool with a means to an end: my job is to help the client find their way through their journey and be able to implement the things they learn in therapy on their own.