Kaitlyn Coots
“But no matter how practiced a person was at hiding their feelings, their bodies always gave them away in the end. It was unavoidable. Emotions painted the blood; happiness, anger, sorrow.“ - Kingfisher Our bodies often speak long before we do. If you’re noticing changes in your mood, your ability to regulate emotions, or your sleep, it may be your system asking for care. You deserve to prioritize yourself and your healing, and the fact that you’re here is already a courageous beginning. My name is Kaitlyn, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I work with adults navigating trauma, trauma responses, addiction, and anxiety, and I currently have three evening openings (8–9pm) on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
I work with adults navigating trauma, trauma responses, addiction, and anxiety, and I currently have three evening openings (8–9pm) on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Breaking the cycle of trauma often means tending to the symptoms you feel day‑to‑day while also exploring the deeper places where you may feel stuck. I take an open, empathetic, and collaborative approach to help you understand how trauma has shaped your life, drawing on evidence‑based practices such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). These methods support both symptom management and the healing of experiences that may have held you in survival mode for far too long. I strive to meet every client with genuine connection and respect, honoring the complexity of your experiences and the strength it takes to seek support. You are the expert of your own life; with thoughtful guidance, you can move toward recovery and begin to thrive again.
First session
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my primary goal in sessions is to foster a safe and collaborative environment where you can process your experiences. Together, we will seek to identify how the more difficult aspects of yourself may be working against you and explore how your life may be different if those parts were quieter.
Strengths
My experience in forensic mental health means I’ve seen and heard almost anything. No problem is too big or small to bring to a session. While no person or therapist can promise the perfect life, I strive to use therapy to help you develop the skills and mindset to get through life. The foundation of this goal is a collaborative and empathetic spirit, which I hope to bring to every session.
Ideal clients
I work to provide therapy for adults (age 18 and older). My primary area of expertise are for individuals with a history of trauma, addiction/substance use, and those who have interacted with the justice system.
Treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
While Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can be used as a specific modality, I view it as a lifestyle which can be adopted. Many times, we experience conflict because we are acting in conflict with our values and beliefs, or we realize our values and beliefs are not in line with our actions. ACT emphasizes mindfulness and awareness, which is the first step towards accepting who we are and what we feel. Perhaps you need guidance towards that acceptance; or, if you have confidence in your mindfulness, now you need commit to change. Either way, ACTs is a perspective and style which can be adapted to suit most needs and concerns.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
I have training and practice in using Cognitive Processing Therapy with individuals and groups to address integration of traumatic experiences and memories. CPT can be used in a structured, brief therapy (about 12-15 sessions). CPT emphasizes homework and practice outside of session to explore and adapt negative thoughts that may have emerged after a traumatic experience.
EMDR
I have completed training for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy and am pursing certification. EMDR is a gold-standard for trauma treatment. This therapy utilizes bilateral stimulation to help you "unstick" those difficult memories associated with traumatic events.
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Virtual sessions
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- VirginiaLicense 0701012392