Kathy Palma
Kathy Palma
(she/her)
My approach to therapy depends on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as both of these modalities help to identify and cultivate an individual’s strengths, which can lead us to finding meaning and purpose in life. I decided to become a therapist because I wanted to help others with their problems. As a mom to 7 children (who are all grown up), and as a music teacher at a grammar school, I was always involved with families. I learned through my training how thoughts, feelings, and actions affect our behavior. I would like to help others build a better relationship with themselves and others, and see them grow and flourish and find meaning and purpose in their lives.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
I try to provide a safe and comfortable place for you to talk about anything. I am sensitive to your concerns, and I want your therapy time to be with someone who listens to you without judgment.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
During our first session together, we can start to get to know each other, with both of us asking questions to better understand your reasons for seeking therapy. This session can give us an initial connection and help me get a sense of what I need to plan your unique therapy.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
The client population that I have found that I have a good fit for are adults who may be dealing with issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, anger issues, ADHD, bipolar, and parenting. It is important during the first few sessions to define what you want to accomplish during this time we spend together. Then, together, we can define your goals and redefine them as needed.
About Kathy Palma
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
During therapy, I will try to help you understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions and how this affects our behaviors.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Learn to recognize the inherent value of being worthy of love just because we exist.
Compassion Focused
When someone is in conflict, some common false beliefs are that my feelings, my worth, and my value come from outside of me, therefore, someone else should take care of me. As a result are power struggles in which each person tries to control the other. The way out is to change the system by changing those beliefs. It is only when love becomes appreciation instead of dependence on the other person that this will happen.