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Dr. Katie Schmitz

Therapist(she/her)
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • ADD/ADHD, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, my name is Katie, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated in 2016 ​from Antioch University and have worked in community mental health, not-​for-profit organizations aimed at supporting sexual abuse victims, and ​private group practices within the greater Seattle area.

My approach to therapy

I provide therapy to adolescents and adults undergoing life changes, ​anxiety/depression, identity issues, and trauma. I work from the framework of ​systems theory, and utilize Solution-Focused Narrative Therapy as my clinical lens ​as it empowers clients to find their preferred story and turn that narrative into ​reality using existing strengths and skills.

What you can expect from me

I work intentionally around multicultural issues and am passionate about social ​justice in and outside of the therapy space. Decolonizing my practice of therapy ​starts at the beginning of the therapeutic relationship. I will prioritize creating ​a transparent and safe space that empowers clients to achieve their goals.

I help my clients become grounded in their own unique identity by ​deconstructing unhelpful frameworks and thought processes.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Affirming, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Antioch Seattle University, PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at Antioch University Seattle
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (Washington)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ambetter Washington, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oscar, Premera Blue Cross Washington, Providence Health Plan, Regence BlueShield of Washington, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Women's issues, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Humanistic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English