Kate Pendleton (She/her)

There's a lot of different ways to talk and think about anxiety - let's find an approach that resonates with you. We can look into your past and identify patterns that may not be serving you anymore. Or we can explore themes like perfectionism, fear of abandonment or rejection, or loss of control. We can also practice skills like mindfulness and self-compassion. Typically I blend all of these approaches to ensure a holistic view of your experience with anxiety.

Depression is heavy and exhausting. Let's slow down and explore your experience of unmet needs, suppressed emotions, and other barriers to feeling better. I want to help you get in touch with your true Self in order to find new ways to nurture all the different parts of you. By reconnecting with your values, tending to your wounds, and reclaiming your autonomy, we can work to lighten the load.

I was a depressed and anxious teenager. I struggled with friendships. My family life was imperfect. I felt alone. I went to therapy to have a space all to myself to vent, process, and learn (and unlearn). Getting validation, guidance, and unwavering support from a neutral third party helped me find my voice and trust myself. I want to do the same for you. I'm here for it all - the messy, complicated, overwhelming parts of teenage-hood. It's a hard time. Let me support you.

I use elements of CBT to help you explore the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT offers important skills like thought reframing, behavioral activation, and problem-solving. We can also use this approach to remind ourselves of what is in our control and where we need to practice acceptance.

As a person-centered therapist, I rely on your expertise. I honor your story, your needs, and your strengths. I have no agenda of my own - you set the pace and direction of the work. Though I am here to guide, prompt, or challenge when appropriate, I am primarily committed to supporting your goals and autonomy.

I use elements of CBT to explore the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT offers important skills like thought reframing, behavioral activation, and problem-solving. We can also use this approach to remind ourselves of what is in our control and where we need to practice acceptance.

Psychodynamic work is where the bulk of my approach lies. Our past experiences, relationships, roles, etc. are so influential to our current functioning. By building insight into your history, we can track how you have adapted to be the person you are today. This can then serve as a jumping off point for other areas of life you want to explore. When we have a better understanding of the past, we can go forward with greater confidence, clarity, and intentionality.