You Don't Have to Face This Alone
You need to talk to someone. You're in a stressful place in your life. Not only is your desire for clarity and comfort at its peak, but your need to find the right therapist is a leap of faith. Seeing me, you may find our sessions to be empowering, challenging, yet comfortable, and at times humorous. You can become energized by the unfolding of your story and gain new insights into your thoughts and feelings that no longer work for you.
Are you having difficulties adjusting to life with a mental health disorder or struggling to make sense of a traumatic experience?
I specialize in Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, and trauma-related conditions, including PTSD. Because every person's experience is different, I tailor treatment to your unique needs, symptoms, strengths, and goals.
My approach combines evidence-based therapies such as Family-Focused Therapy and Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy for bipolar disorder, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBT-p), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Borderline Personality Disorder, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression. I am also trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and EMDR to help individuals heal from the lasting effects of trauma.
As both a therapist and clinical researcher, I integrate the latest research into my work while ensuring therapy remains compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping you build a more stable, meaningful, and hopeful life.
Even when it feels like you’re alone, you don’t have to face this journey by yourself. As your therapist, I’m here to help you navigate the loneliness and fear that often come with these disorders and traumatic experiences. Together, we will work to build your confidence and resilience so you can regain control of your life.
ABOUT Katrin
A Decade of Compassionate Care
My name is Katrín, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. More than a decade ago, I began my career in mental health as a Residential Counselor and later served as a Lead Transitional-Age Youth Counselor in a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program. Today, I work as a therapist with You First Health Systems and as a Research Associate for Dr. Robert M. Post, MD, at the Bipolar Collaborative Network.
For the past eight years, I have worked closely with Dr. Post, an internationally recognized expert in bipolar disorder. Through my involvement in bipolar disorder research, I stay current on the latest scientific findings and evidence-based treatments, allowing me to bring both clinical experience and research-informed care into my work with clients. This is especially important because mental health treatment is not one-size-fits-all, and I believe each person deserves an approach tailored to their unique needs and experiences.
I am passionate about helping people find stability, healing, and hope, even during life's most difficult moments. Whether you are struggling with bipolar disorder, psychosis, trauma, personality disorders, or other challenges, my goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel understood, empowered, and equipped to create meaningful change. Together, we will build on your strengths, develop practical tools, and work toward a life that feels more manageable, fulfilling, and aligned with your goals.
Eclectic Approach
Recognizing each client's individuality, I take an eclectic approach to treatment, tailoring methods that best meet each of my clients' unique needs. I am dedicated to ongoing education and training to enhance my expertise.
Research Informed Care
I incorporate current research and evidence-based practices into my clinical work to ensure clients receive informed, effective treatment. As a Research Associate for Dr. Robert M. Post at the Bipolar Collaborative Network, I bring together advances in psychiatric research and real-world clinical practice to provide care grounded in the latest scientific understanding.
SPECIALIZATIONS
Evidence Based Treatment
Are you having difficulties adjusting to life with a mental health disorder or struggling to make sense of a traumatic experience? I can help.
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Bipolar Disorder & Mood Disorders
I am one of a few clinicians in the U.S. trained in Family-Focused Therapy (FFT) and Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for Bipolar Disorder.
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Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBT-P), which helps individuals navigate psychotic symptoms with greater understanding, stability, and hope.
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Borderline Personality Disorder
Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I help individuals develop practical skills to regulate emotions, improve relationships, tolerate distress, and create a life that feels more stable and fulfilling.
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Trauma & PTSD
Together, we'll work to process painful experiences, foster healing, and help you move forward using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
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Anxiety & Depression
I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help individuals better understand their thoughts and emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and overcome the challenges associated with anxiety and depression.
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Insurance & Accessibility
I believe quality mental health care should be accessible. I accept Maryland Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare, Optum, Cigna, Kaiser, Ascension (SmartHealth), Carelon Behavioral Health, and UnitedHealthcare. I also offer sliding-scale options to help make therapy more affordable and accessible for those in need.
