If you've made it to the About page, I'm guessing you're trying to figure out whether I'd be someone you'd actually feel comfortable talking to. That’s wonderful! Finding the right therapist isn't just about credentials (although important). Finding someone you feel safe with really matters, too.

So, hi, my name is Katey!

When I'm not in session, you'll probably find me attempting to perfect a new baking recipe while Bob's Burgers or That '70s Show repeats on the TV. If I'm not baking, I'm usually playing The Sims, going to metal concerts with my husband, or hanging out with our golden retriever, Samson, and tuxedo cat, Loki. They are both incredibly spoiled, and at this point I've accepted that they run the house.

I earned my Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Lenoir-Rhyne University and am a National Certified Counselor. I provide virtual therapy for clients across North Carolina and specialize in working with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, and life transitions.

About Therapy

As for therapy, I like to keep things pretty relaxed. You don't have to know exactly what to say, and you definitely don't need to have everything figured out before you show up. Therapy isn't meant to feel stiff or formal. Whether I'm working with a preteen, a teenager, or a young adult, my goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable enough to be yourself, ask questions, laugh, cry, or simply take a minute to think when you need to.

I'm also not the kind of therapist who just sits back and nods for 50 minutes. I'll ask questions, notice patterns, share observations, and gently challenge you when I think it might help you see something in a new way. We'll probably laugh together quite a bit. There may be some tears, too. Most sessions involve a lot of processing, and honestly, I think that's often where the biggest breakthroughs happen. No matter what we're talking about, my hope is that you leave each session feeling supported, understood, and with a few more tools than you had when you walked in.

Every client is different, so therapy shouldn't look exactly the same for everyone. With younger clients, that might mean incorporating games, art, or other creative activities into our sessions. With teens, college students, and young adults, sessions are usually more conversational while still focusing on skills that can be used long after therapy ends.

If you've read this far, thank you for taking the time to get to know me a little better. I know choosing a therapist is a big decision, and I don't take that lightly. If it feels like we might be a good fit, I'd love to learn more about you through my consultation process.