Hi! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. If you are exploring Better Help, I think it's most likely because you or a loved one is facing a significant challenge right now, or perhaps it's a chronic challenge, and you've thought about therapy many times but weren't sure where to turn. First, seeking therapy is not an easy decision and I want to commend you for taking this step. Second, finding the right connection with a therapist is, in my opinion, equally important to finding one with excellent training and experience.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 11 years of experience. The bulk of those years I spent working with families struggling with complex family trauma and mental health issues. In most recent years, I have been working with children and families in foster care; foster care is a system with a lot of moving parts and often these families, not just the children, are experiencing many challenging circumstances that they need help navigating through. I also have pastoral counseling experience and have counseled with couples and individuals in the church setting for several years.
My style of therapy is warm, interactive, and personal. I believe that everyone's struggle is different and therefore, the approach needs to be unique to the individual.
Treating people with sensitivity, dignity, and compassion at all times is important to me. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels or in placing limitations on someone because of a current struggle. I tend to gravitate towards Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems Theory. I am also a Christian who believes in God; I believe that God is a good, and loving Father who has both the desire and ability to heal and restore hearts that are wounded. I believe that faith and spirituality play an important role in our emotional health and overall well-being. However, I will cater my approach to your needs and what helps you to feel the most comfortable. You are the most important person in this process to me.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Grief, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Adoption and foster care, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LCSW 083818
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Katelyn Peers. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Katelyn is very professional, knowledgeable, kind, supportive and genuine. She is always prompt to either meet for a session or reply to a message. She is definitely one of the best therapists I have ever worked with and I am grateful to have been matched with her on Betterhelp.
Written on Dec 20, 2024 after therapy with Katelyn for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and sleeping disorders
If anyone wants a therapist who loves Jesus, loves people, and will give a professional, honest assessment with compassion and grace and mercy, then they should go with Katelyn Peers. She has been a blessing to my family and I, and I can’t recommend her enough.
Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Katelyn for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Katelyn is a sound and wise therapist whose advice is rooted in the word of God. I have experienced drastic improvements in my mental health and outlook on life since we began working together. I am looking forward to more peace, happiness and stability as we continue to work together.
Written on Oct 25, 2024 after therapy with Katelyn for 10 months on issues concerning self esteem
Katelyn is an amazing therapist. She really listens and helps me think through challenges. She gives me constructive ideas on how to improve my life and manage my symptoms. I've grown so much such working with her. I've had other therapists in the past and never been able to make this much progress in such a short amount of time before. Thank you Katelyn!
Written on Oct 11, 2024 after therapy with Katelyn for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Katelyn is a star. I can go to her for anything and never feel judged. She makes me feel seen. But she also isn’t scared to point me in the directions I need. 10/10 recommend
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Katelyn for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Katelyn has been so helpful, working with me on how to communicate better with my partner. I’m so thankful I was paired with her.
Written on Sep 13, 2024 after therapy with Katelyn for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger management, and bipolar disorder