Kate De Leon
Following more than a decade in the field of social services, I started my journey of providing direct mental health services in 2015. I have extensive experience working with older adults, children, and adults with disabilities, doing in-home therapy, as well as in office settings. In addition to direct clinical therapy, I have worked with survivors of domestic violence for several years.
I have extensive experience working with older adults, children, and adults with disabilities, doing in-home therapy, as well as in office settings.
Using a strengths-based, solution-focused approach, together, we will define your goals and consider the challenges you may face in achieving them. We will navigate your environmental systems and supports as well as identify your inner strengths, making it possible to alleviate the symptoms that have caused you to seek treatment. The power to change lies within you! *Currently not taking clients from Lynn, Lynnfield, Saugus, Swampscott, Nahant
First session
What is holding you back from living your happiest life? In our first session you will provide me with your personal history and fill me in on what it is that brings you in for treatment. What symptoms do you want to alleviate? From there, we will come up with a plan and get to work.
Strengths
I understand that it is not always easy to discuss your insecurities and challenges with a new provider. I get it! I strive to be kind, compassionate and empathetic. No judgements here! We can move at your own pace and focus on your goals. I will provide guidance in setting objectives in order to achieve your goals and support you as you work through the process.
Ideal clients
We all have stressors in our lives that can lead to an overwhelming sense of anxiety, depression or hopelessness. There are times when you need to talk to someone with an objective, unbiased and non-judgemental perspective. I can be that person for you.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
By identifying negative thought patterns, we learn how these patterns affect our feelings and behaviors. These feelings and behaviors can be modified by re-shaping our negative and/or inaccurate thinking.
Psychoeducation
We use psychoeducation to better understand symptoms and to find successful coping mechanisms. Together, we can learn learn what your specific challenges are and use evidence-based practice to alleviate/eliminate the symptoms.
Strength-Based
Each one of us possess our own unique strengths. By focusing on our abilities, as opposed to our deficits, we become empowered and confident to make positive changes.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- MaineLicense LC22934
- MassachusettsLicense LICSW125443