Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty, LCSW
- Addictions and recovery
- Family and parenting
- Trauma-informed care
About Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty
She emphasizes creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can collaborate to set individualized goals and develop treatment plans tailored to their circumstances. Kathrina blends practical skill-building with empathetic listening, aiming to help people navigate life transitions, manage stress and anxiety, address relationship and intimacy concerns, and work through grief, anger, or issues related to addiction.
Kathrina offers multiple remote ways to connect, including messaging, live chat, phone sessions, and video sessions, and notes that she checks messages twice daily, seven days a week. Her calendar displays standard availability, though she may have additional openings and invites clients to message about specific scheduling needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty have?
Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty has 10 years of experience.
Is Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 87327.
In which languages does Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty as my therapist?
You can work with Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty work with international clients?
Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kathrina Cauckwell-Rafferty cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Kathrina
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's perspective, offering a supportive environment in which a person’s values and goals guide the work. It helps with issues like depression, relationship concerns, and self-esteem by emphasizing empathy and collaboration.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. DBT can be useful for people who struggle with overwhelming feelings, anger, or recurring relationship conflicts.
Motivational Interviewing is a goal-oriented, collaborative approach designed to resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change. It is especially relevant for people working through substance use challenges or other behaviors they want to change.
Kathrina approaches choice of method as a collaborative process - she will work with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. The therapist-client relationship guides adjustments over time so the plan remains responsive.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access from different settings. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and try different communication styles to see what works best with a licensed professional.
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