Katerina Sorrell, MA, PPSC, LPCC, is a licensed psychotherapist and National Board Certified Counselor with over a decade of experience helping clients achieve healing, resilience, and personal growth. With a Master’s in Counseling from Chapman University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from CSULB, she offers a strong academic foundation paired with compassionate, culturally responsive care. Katerina is fluent in English and Spanish and provides services to children, adolescents, and adults, drawing from evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Her work spans working with Orange County Department of Education and various school districts in Orange County, California, where she has served as a School Counselor and Mental Health Practitioner. She specializes in crisis intervention, early identification of students in need, and the development of supportive mental health strategies. Katerina also volunteered with the National Suicide Prevention Hotline, demonstrating her deep commitment to mental health advocacy. In addition to her school-based work, Katerina provides individual therapy in private practice in Laguna Hills, California,, helping adults, military and youth clients manage challenges like anxiety, depression, family conflict, peer pressure, and trauma. Her unique background also includes career assessments, allowing her to support clients in discovering their strengths and life direction. Whether in schools, clinical settings, or the community, Katerina empowers her clients to navigate life’s challenges with confidence, connection, and hope.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In your first session with me, you can expect a warm, supportive space where we’ll get to know each other and begin building trust. I’ll invite you to share what brought you in—whether it’s a specific challenge, a pattern you’ve noticed, or just a sense that something isn’t quite right. We’ll talk about your goals, what you hope to gain from therapy, and I’ll answer any questions you may have about the process. I’ll also ask about your personal history, daily stressors, support systems, and any previous counseling experience. If you’re a parent bringing in a child or teen, we’ll begin with a collaborative conversation to understand your concerns and how best to support your child. Above all, this first session is about making you feel seen, heard, and safe. It’s the first step toward healing—and you don’t have to figure it all out at once. We’ll take it one step at a time, together.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

One of my greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to meet clients exactly where they are—with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and deep compassion. I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling truly seen and understood, and I bring a calm, nonjudgmental presence to every session. My years of experience working in schools, community settings, and private practice have taught me that healing is not a one-size-fits-all journey. Whether I’m supporting a teen overwhelmed by pressure, an adult processing trauma, or a child struggling in silence, I tailor each session to meet their unique needs. My bilingual fluency in English and Spanish allows me to connect deeply with diverse clients and families. Through evidence-based care and a strength-based approach, I help clients rediscover hope, build resilience, and create lasting change. For me, therapy isn’t just about addressing problems—it’s about nurturing the inner strengths that already exist and walking beside my clients as they reclaim their voice and purpose.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I help adults and youth navigate stress, trauma, and life transitions with confidence. Whether you're facing anxiety, grief, academic pressure, relationship struggles, or major life changes, I provide a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. Using evidence-based approaches and a culturally responsive lens, I guide clients toward healing, resilience, and meaningful growth—so they can thrive with greater clarity, balance, and purpose.

About Katerina Sorrell