Katherine Weller, LMFT
Experienced therapist for life transitions
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- 30 years experience
- LMFT
- California based
About Katherine
She looks at problems in the context of life history and current surroundings. Early family experiences, present relationships, work, school and community all shape how people see themselves. Katherine uses that context to help clients understand patterns and make different choices.
Her background includes work in hospitals, public health, military bases, agencies, and small practice settings in both rural and urban communities. Those varied roles shaped a respect for diverse life stories and for practical, flexible help that fits each person’s situation.
Sessions focus on building a strong collaborative relationship. Katherine listens, offers challenges when helpful, and encourages steps that lead to change. She draws from several therapy methods and tailors them to the person’s goals rather than using a single fixed plan.
People come for help with life purpose, midlife crisis, guilt and shame, codependency, blended family issues, and caregiver stress. Katherine supports those wanting clearer direction, steadier emotions, and more confidence in making decisions about work, relationships, and family life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
California, Washington
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding your experience and building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship. It helps people find their own answers by reflecting what matters to them and supporting their choices.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. It uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful thinking and to build coping skills for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with you about your needs, goals and preferences and recommend methods that fit you. That choice is collaborative and can change as you make progress.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit into busy lives. It can reduce travel, allow shorter check-ins during a workday break, and make attending sessions more consistent when routines are tight. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work well across different session styles, and the therapist will help match the work to your practical needs.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family concerns, career questions, midlife crisis, caregiving stress and related challenges.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and grounded in listening. She combines understanding, gentle challenge, and practical steps to help people move toward their goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has practiced as a therapist for 30 years in hospitals, public health, military bases, agencies and small practices across rural and urban settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in Washington and California and practices from California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.