Licensed to practice in Michigan and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Career Counseling and 10 more.

Katy Okler

(she/her)

LMSW-C, 3 years of experience
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Every story deserves a witness and every voice deserves to feel heard. As a clinician I take a humanistic approach when meeting with clients. For me, Humanistic means engaging with clients and taking a non-judgmental approach while they share about the barriers they're facing in life. My goal is to create a safe space as clients work towards self-acceptance and work through difficult emotions. I have worked in the mental health field for 5+ years with a focus on helping those with developmental disabilities, and severe mental illness. I am passionate about guiding clients with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and trauma to reach their fullest potential. Everyone has a different starting point and no matter what brings you to therapy, I'm here to meet you where you're at. Every client experience is unique and deserves to be treated as such. Working together using a humanistic approach we will work together to find what works best for you to reach your identified wants and goals. This is your story, I'm just here to be your non-judgment listener while you figure out the ending.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session, you can expect to briefly go over the intake form with me as well as talk about more in depth what goals you have for meeting with me. We will also talk about a realistic schedule for how often we would meet to work on those goals. We will go over general rules for therapy such as safety and confidentiality. You can expect a warm and relaxed experience as we get to know each other. We can move at your pace as I understand it is overwhelming to take that first step.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

When we meet I will hold space and sit with you though the hard and celebrate with you through the accomplishments. Life has ups and downs and I am here to listen to them all with you as you see fit. At times I may gently challenge you to reframe your thinking and help you feel like there is more than one option to overcome your barriers. Diversity is important to me and no matter what your background is I will be here to support you and empower you to take the next steps.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I would like to work with young adults facing lack of self-esteem, anyone in need of learning coping skills, or looking to start new careers. I am very comfortable with assisting others in navigating life changes such as graduating and moving on to a higher level of education, or seeking alternatives such as a trade school. I also have experience with those with developmental disabilities and autism.

Specialties

Top specialties

ADHD

Anxiety

Other specialties

Depression

Self Esteem

Trauma and PTSD

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Serves ages

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Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to assist you in learning to reframe negative thoughts and reduce anxiety, and depressive symptoms, as well as improve self esteem.

Humanistic

It's important to feel comfortable while talking in therapy. I value a non-judgmental setting, so clients can feel validated and heard.

Existential

We will talk through your big life questions to help you discover who you are and who are you comfortable presenting as.

Motivational Interviewing

We will work together to move towards your goals with open ended questions to help you discover where you want to be and help you get there.

Compassion Focused

I understand everyone makes mistakes and sometimes it’s hard to grapple with mistakes. I will provide an accepting and comfortable environment while we work through your past to help ease feelings of guilt, shame, and discomfort.

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