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Katie Cianci

LCSW (she/her)10 years of experience
5.0 (13)
Intelligent
Humorous
Empowering

Hi there, I 'm Katie! Do you sometimes feel drained, overwhelmed, more frustrated than fulfilled and question whether you’re on the right path?

I help high performing teens and adults manage their anxiety, stress and mood so they can experience freedom from emotional burdens and perform at their best!

Perhaps you’ve planned out your life and you've arrived but it's still not feeling good enough. Or you're fearful of the future, after experiencing a loss or trauma that changed the path you were on and now need some clarity and direction? Do you experience worry and indecisiveness? Is worry keeping you up at night and you're developing unhealthy habits that are affecting your sleep, relationships, performance and well-being? The good news is... You're not alone! I help high performing teens and adults manage their anxiety, stress and mood so they can experience freedom from emotional burdens and perform at their best! Together, we’ll explore the root cause of your distress and bring you back to balance.

First session

In our first session together, I start with an introduction getting to know your, your history and what your goals are for treatment. We create a collaborative treatment plan that includes achievable goals, ways we will approach reaching your goals, approximate length of treatment and expectations. I usually leave you with one skill or tip that can support you with one of your goals in the first session.

Strengths

I typically integrate lessons into my treatment plans, assigning helpful practice activities in between scheduled sessions so you can learn the skills and apply to your everyday life! With the right tools and support, I believe anyone can rise above adversity and build resilience. I enjoy spending time with my teenage son, going to baseball games and being active outdoors! Self care keeps me at my best and I believe in practicing what I recommend to my clients. I love teaching iRest Yoga Nidra at a local yoga studio and practicing meditation and yoga regularly. I find joy in nature, especially at the beach, where the smell of the breeze reminds me to slow down and appreciate the present moment. I love empowering my clients to stop and smell the roses and experience the joy of life! --

Ideal clients

high performing teens or adults, need help with anxiety, depression, stress management, past attachment trauma, codependency, mild substance abuse / in recovery

Location

Virtual sessions

Reviews and ratings

5.0 rating (13)2 reviews
January 29, 2026

i have been working with Katie off and on for a while now and she’s great. Listens to everything I have to say, is intentional with her responses and cares a lot. Her methods work well and has taught me a lot of skills that I use in my everyday life. She is warm and inviting and respects the healing journey everyone is on. She is very knowledgeable in her approaches and topics that may come up during sessions.

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 1 with Katie
June 4, 2025

Katie is an amazing therapist. Every session I’ve had with her has been supportive, comforting, and full of insight. She truly listens, offers thoughtful advice, and gives helpful tools that make a real difference. Her calm, compassionate nature makes it easy to open up and feel safe. I always leave our sessions feeling more grounded and encouraged. I highly recommend Katie to anyone looking for a dedicated and effective therapist. 10/10 experience every time.

Verified client, age 18-24Review shared after session 53 with Katie

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